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AEST to KST Converter

KST is 1 hour behind AEST

Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Current KST Time
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Asia/Seoul
Time Diff
1h behind
AEST
UTC+10
KST
UTC+9
Overlapping hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM AEST (7h)

AEST to KST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in KST

AEST to KST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
AEST KST
12:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 12:00 AM
2:00 AM 1:00 AM
3:00 AM 2:00 AM
4:00 AM 3:00 AM
5:00 AM 4:00 AM
6:00 AM 5:00 AM
7:00 AM 6:00 AM
8:00 AM 7:00 AM
9:00 AM 8:00 AM
10:00 AM 9:00 AM
11:00 AM 10:00 AM
12:00 PM 11:00 AM
1:00 PM 12:00 PM
2:00 PM 1:00 PM
3:00 PM 2:00 PM
4:00 PM 3:00 PM
5:00 PM 4:00 PM
6:00 PM 5:00 PM
7:00 PM 6:00 PM
8:00 PM 7:00 PM
9:00 PM 8:00 PM
10:00 PM 9:00 PM
11:00 PM 10:00 PM

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to Korea Standard Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and Korea Standard Time (KST) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. KST is 1 hour behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while KST is UTC+9, used in South Korea.

When converting from AEST to KST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 8:00 AM KST, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 11:00 AM KST, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 4:00 PM KST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and KST

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and KST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11) during summer months. KST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+9 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AEST and KST?
Korea Standard Time (KST) is 1 hour behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 11:00 AM in KST.
How do I convert AEST to KST?
To convert AEST to KST, subtract 1 hour from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 8:00 AM KST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or KST observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). KST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between AEST and KST?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and KST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in AEST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in KST.
Is AEST ahead or behind KST?
AEST (UTC+10) is 1 hour ahead of KST (UTC+9). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while KST corresponds to Asia/Seoul.

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