Seoul to Singapore
-1hSeoul
KSTSOURCESingapore
SGTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
KST and SGT on the World Map
The map below highlights the KST (Korea Standard Time) and SGT (Singapore Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
KST – Korea Standard Time
UTC+09:00Korea Standard Time (KST) is the time zone for South Korea, 9 hours ahead of UTC.
- •South Korea does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Seoul is home to Samsung, LG, and Hyundai headquarters.
- •KST is the same offset as JST (UTC+09:00).
SGT – Singapore Standard Time
UTC+08:00Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is the time zone for Singapore, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00).
- •Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
- •The Singapore Exchange (SGX) operates on SGT.
About Seoul
WikipediaSeoul operates on Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC+9, same as Japan. As a global tech and entertainment hub, Seoul coordinates with East Asian markets.
Seoul has the fastest average internet speed in the world.
About Singapore
WikipediaSingapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
The city-state has the world's highest percentage of millionaires, with 1 in 6 households.
Understanding the -1h Gap: Seoul vs Singapore
Seoul runs on Korean Standard Time (KST) at UTC+09:00. Singapore runs on Singapore Standard Time (SGT) at UTC+08:00. That puts Seoul 1 hour behind Singapore — a difference of -1h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Seoul it is 8:00 AM in Singapore. Midnight in Seoul is 11:00 PM in Singapore. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Seoul to Singapore time conversion table
| Seoul (KST) | Singapore (SGT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Seoul to Singapore time
- Scheduling a call from Seoul to Singapore: a 10:00 AM start in Seoul lands at 9:00 AM in Singapore, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Seoul and Singapore are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM KST time (9:00 AM–4:00 PM SGT). That is roughly 7 hours of usable overlap.
- Coordinating a Seoul-based team with Singapore contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM KST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -1h gap is not.
- Block 10:00 AM–5:00 PM KST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Seoul and need Singapore colleagues present.
About KST (Korea Standard Time)
Korea Standard Time (KST) is the time zone used in South Korea. It shares the same UTC offset as Japan Standard Time but is a distinct time zone. South Korea does not observe daylight saving time. Seoul, the capital, is a major global tech and business hub.
About SGT (Singapore Standard Time)
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is used in Singapore year-round. Singapore does not observe daylight saving time. Despite being geographically close to the UTC+07:00 zone, Singapore uses UTC+08:00 to align with major trading partners like China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Singapore is a major global financial hub.
Best time to call between Seoul and Singapore
Both Seoul and Singapore sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 10:00 AM–5:00 PM KST, which is 9:00 AM–4:00 PM SGT. That gives roughly 7 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Seoul and Singapore share 7 hours of working-hours overlap (10:00 AM–5:00 PM KST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Seoul is 1 hour behind Singapore (KST UTC+09:00 → SGT UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 10:00 AM–5:00 PM KST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Singapore?
Seoul (KST, UTC+09:00) is 1 hour behind Singapore (SGT, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently -1h.
How do I convert Seoul time to Singapore time?
Add -1h to Seoul local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Seoul is 8:00 AM in Singapore.
What time is it in Singapore right now?
Singapore uses SGT at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -1h offset from Seoul.
What is the best time to call Singapore from Seoul?
Call between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM KST — that maps to 9:00 AM–4:00 PM SGT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Seoul or Singapore?
Seoul is 1 hour behind Singapore. When it is 12:00 PM in Seoul it is 11:00 AM in Singapore.
Do Seoul and Singapore use different time zones?
Seoul (South Korea) uses KST at UTC+09:00, while Singapore (Singapore) uses SGT at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Seoul and Asia/Singapore.
Does daylight saving time affect the Seoul–Singapore difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -1h offset between Seoul and Singapore is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Seoul's time zone?
KST also covers Seoul, Busan, Incheon, Daegu, Daejeon, Pyongyang.
Which countries use KST, Seoul's zone?
KST is used in South Korea, North Korea.
Is there a day difference between Seoul and Singapore?
Not normally. The -1h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Seoul and Singapore?
Singapore is -1h from Seoul.
What timezone is Seoul in?
Seoul operates on Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC+9, same as Japan. As a global tech and entertainment hub, Seoul coordinates with East Asian markets.
What timezone is Singapore in?
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
What are the business hours in Seoul?
Standard business hours in Seoul are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM KST.
What are the business hours in Singapore?
Standard business hours in Singapore are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Seoul and Singapore?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Seoul works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM KST and Singapore works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT (-1h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Seoul and Singapore?
Seoul uses KRW (₩) while Singapore uses SGD (S$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Seoul and Singapore compare in size?
Seoul has a population of approximately 9.7 million (metro: 25.5 million), while Singapore has approximately 5.5 million (metro: 5.9 million).
What are the major landmarks in Seoul and Singapore?
Seoul is known for Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village. Singapore is famous for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion.
Do Seoul and Singapore have stock exchanges?
Yes. Seoul has the KRX (Korea Exchange) and Singapore has the SGX (Singapore Exchange). The -1h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use KST (Korea Standard Time)?
KST is used in South Korea, North Korea.
Does KST observe daylight saving time?
No, KST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+09:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about KST?
South Korea does not observe daylight saving time. Seoul is home to Samsung, LG, and Hyundai headquarters.
Which cities are in the SGT timezone?
Major cities in the SGT timezone include Singapore.
What is the UTC offset for SGT?
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the SGT timezone?
Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
When is it midnight in Seoul, what time is it in Singapore?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Seoul (KST), it is -1h later in Singapore (SGT).
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