HST to KST Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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HST
Hawaii Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
KST
Korea Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About HST to KST Conversion

Converting time between HST and KST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. HST (HST) operates at UTC-10, while KST (KST) is set to UTC+9. This means KST is 19 hours ahead HST. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 6:34 PM HST on February 3, 2026, it's 1:34 PM KST on February 4, 2026 in KST. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in KST for any time in HST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from HST

HST to EST HST to CST HST to MST HST to MDT HST to PST HST to AKST HST to GMT HST to CET HST to EET HST to MSK HST to IST HST to JST HST to CST-CHINA HST to HKT HST to SGT HST to GST HST to AEST HST to AWST HST to NZST HST to UTC HST to ART HST to BRT HST to PHT HST to BDT HST to SAST HST to ICT HST to EAT HST to WAT HST to PKT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HST and KST?

The time difference between HST and KST is 19 hours. KST is 19 hours ahead HST.

Is KST ahead of or behind HST?

KST is ahead of HST by 19 hours. When it's 5 PM in HST, it's 12:00 PM in KST.

How many hours do you add to HST to get KST?

You add 19 hours to HST to get KST. For example, 5 PM HST + 19 hours = 12:00 PM KST.

Does the HST to KST time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

No, the time difference between HST and KST remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 19-hour difference stays the same.

What is 5 PM HST in KST?

5 PM HST is 12:00 PM KST. This conversion accounts for the 19-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is HST the same throughout the year when converting to KST?

Yes, the conversion between HST and KST remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 19-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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