Karachi to Hong Kong
+3hKarachi
PKTSOURCEHong Kong
HKTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PKT and HKT on the World Map
The map below highlights the PKT (Pakistan Standard Time) and HKT (Hong Kong Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PKT – Pakistan Standard Time
UTC+05:00Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is the time zone for Pakistan, 5 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Karachi is one of the world's most populous cities.
- •PKT is the same offset as Uzbekistan (UZT) and Yekaterinburg (YEKT).
HKT – Hong Kong Time
UTC+08:00Hong Kong Time (HKT, UTC+08:00) is the time zone for Hong Kong, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Hong Kong does not observe daylight saving time and has kept UTC+08:00 since 1979.
- •HKT shares its offset with China Standard Time, Singapore Time and Philippine Time.
- •The Hong Kong Stock Exchange opens at 09:30 HKT.
- •Hong Kong Time does not change with the seasons, so its gap to other zones is fixed.
About Karachi
WikipediaKarachi operates on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), UTC+5. As Pakistan's financial hub and largest port city, Karachi time drives South Asian commerce.
Karachi is one of the fastest-growing megacities in the world.
About Hong Kong
WikipediaHong Kong Time (HKT) is UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As a major financial gateway to China, Hong Kong trading hours overlap with European morning sessions.
The city has one of the world's most efficient and affordable public transit systems.
Everything You Need to Know About Karachi and Hong Kong Time
Karachi runs on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) at UTC+05:00. Hong Kong runs on Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT) at UTC+08:00. That puts Karachi 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong — a difference of +3h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Karachi it is 12:00 PM in Hong Kong. Midnight in Karachi is 3:00 AM in Hong Kong. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Karachi to Hong Kong time conversion table
| Karachi (PKT) | Hong Kong (HKT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Karachi to Hong Kong time
- Scheduling a call from Karachi to Hong Kong: a 10:00 AM start in Karachi lands at 1:00 PM in Hong Kong, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Karachi and Hong Kong are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM PKT time (12:00 PM–5:00 PM HKT). That is roughly 5 hours of usable overlap.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Hong Kong local time against Karachi keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +3h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PKT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +3h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Karachi and need Hong Kong colleagues present.
About PKT (Pakistan Standard Time)
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is the time zone used throughout Pakistan. PKT does not observe daylight saving time. Pakistan is the 5th most populous country in the world.
About HKT (Hong Kong Time)
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is fixed at UTC+08:00 all year and does not observe daylight saving time. Hong Kong last used summer time in 1979 and has kept a single offset since. HKT shares the UTC+08:00 offset with China Standard Time, Singapore Time, Malaysian Time, Philippine Time and Australian Western Standard Time, but is listed separately because Hong Kong maintains its own timekeeping authority. As a major financial centre, Hong Kong's trading hours set the rhythm for markets across Asia, opening at 09:30 HKT which is 01:30 in London and 20:30 the previous evening in New York.
Best time to call between Karachi and Hong Kong
Both Karachi and Hong Kong sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT, which is 12:00 PM–5:00 PM HKT. That gives roughly 5 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Karachi and Hong Kong share 5 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Karachi is 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong (PKT UTC+05:00 → HKT UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PKT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Karachi and Hong Kong?
Karachi (PKT, UTC+05:00) is 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong (HKT, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +3h.
How do I convert Karachi time to Hong Kong time?
Add +3h to Karachi local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Karachi is 12:00 PM in Hong Kong.
What time is it in Hong Kong right now?
Hong Kong uses HKT at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +3h offset from Karachi.
What is the best time to call Hong Kong from Karachi?
Call between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM PKT — that maps to 12:00 PM–5:00 PM HKT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Karachi or Hong Kong?
Karachi is 3 hours ahead of Hong Kong. When it is 12:00 PM in Karachi it is 3:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Do Karachi and Hong Kong use different time zones?
Karachi (Pakistan) uses PKT at UTC+05:00, while Hong Kong (Hong Kong) uses HKT at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Karachi and Asia/Hong_Kong.
Does daylight saving time affect the Karachi–Hong Kong difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +3h offset between Karachi and Hong Kong is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Karachi's time zone?
PKT also covers Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar.
Which countries use PKT, Karachi's zone?
PKT is used in Pakistan.
Is there a day difference between Karachi and Hong Kong?
Not normally. The +3h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Karachi and Hong Kong?
Hong Kong is +3h from Karachi.
What timezone is Karachi in?
Karachi operates on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), UTC+5. As Pakistan's financial hub and largest port city, Karachi time drives South Asian commerce.
What timezone is Hong Kong in?
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As a major financial gateway to China, Hong Kong trading hours overlap with European morning sessions.
What are the business hours in Karachi?
Standard business hours in Karachi are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT.
What are the business hours in Hong Kong?
Standard business hours in Hong Kong are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM HKT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Karachi and Hong Kong?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Karachi works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT and Hong Kong works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM HKT (+3h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Karachi and Hong Kong?
Karachi uses PKR (₨) while Hong Kong uses HKD (HK$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Karachi and Hong Kong compare in size?
Karachi has a population of approximately 14.9 million (metro: 16.5 million), while Hong Kong has approximately 7.5 million (metro: 7.5 million).
What are the major landmarks in Karachi and Hong Kong?
Karachi is known for Quaid-e-Azam's Mausoleum, Mohatta Palace, Clifton Beach. Hong Kong is famous for Victoria Peak, Tian Tan Buddha, Victoria Harbour.
Do Karachi and Hong Kong have stock exchanges?
Yes. Karachi has the PSX (Pakistan Stock Exchange) and Hong Kong has the HKEX (Hong Kong Stock Exchange). The +3h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PKT (Pakistan Standard Time)?
PKT is used in Pakistan.
Does PKT observe daylight saving time?
No, PKT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+05:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about PKT?
Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time. Karachi is one of the world's most populous cities.
Which cities are in the HKT timezone?
Major cities in the HKT timezone include Hong Kong, Kowloon, Tsuen Wan, Sha Tin.
What is the UTC offset for HKT?
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the HKT timezone?
Hong Kong does not observe daylight saving time and has kept UTC+08:00 since 1979. HKT shares its offset with China Standard Time, Singapore Time and Philippine Time.
When is it midnight in Karachi, what time is it in Hong Kong?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Karachi (PKT), it is +3h later in Hong Kong (HKT).
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