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GST to HKT Converter

HKT is 4 hours ahead of GST

Current GST Time
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Asia/Dubai
Current HKT Time
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Asia/Hong_Kong
Time Diff
4h ahead
GST
UTC+4
HKT
UTC+8
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM GST (4h)

GST to HKT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Gulf Standard Time to Hong Kong Time

Gulf Standard Time (GST) and Hong Kong Time (HKT) are separated by a 4 hours time difference. HKT is 4 hours ahead of GST. GST is UTC+4, used in United Arab Emirates, Oman, while HKT is UTC+8, used in Hong Kong, China.

When converting from GST to HKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM GST equals 1:00 PM HKT, 12:00 PM noon GST equals 4:00 PM HKT, and 5:00 PM GST equals 9:00 PM HKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across GST and HKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between GST and HKT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 4 hours 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

GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+4 year-round. HKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+8 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between GST and HKT?
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is 4 hours ahead of Gulf Standard Time (GST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in GST, it is 4:00 PM in HKT.
How do I convert GST to HKT?
To convert GST to HKT, add 4 hours to the GST time. For example, 9:00 AM GST is 1:00 PM HKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does GST or HKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
GST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. HKT 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 GST and HKT?
The best time to schedule a call between GST and HKT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in GST, 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 HKT.
Is GST ahead or behind HKT?
GST (UTC+4) is 4 hours behind HKT (UTC+8). GST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Dubai, while HKT corresponds to Asia/Hong_Kong.

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