Singapore to Hong Kong
+0hSingapore
SGTSOURCEHong Kong
HKTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
SGT and HKT on the World Map
The map below highlights the SGT (Singapore Standard Time) and HKT (Hong Kong Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
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 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.
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.
Singapore vs Hong Kong: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Singapore runs on Singapore Standard Time (SGT) at UTC+08:00. Hong Kong runs on Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT) at UTC+08:00. That puts Singapore no time difference Hong Kong — a difference of +0h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Singapore it is 9:00 AM in Hong Kong. Midnight in Singapore is 12:00 AM in Hong Kong. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Singapore to Hong Kong time conversion table
| Singapore (SGT) | Hong Kong (HKT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Singapore to Hong Kong time
- Scheduling a call from Singapore to Hong Kong: a 10:00 AM start in Singapore lands at 10:00 AM in Hong Kong, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Singapore and Hong Kong are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM SGT time (9:00 AM–5:00 PM HKT). That is roughly 8 hours of usable overlap.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Hong Kong local time against Singapore keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +0h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM SGT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +0h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–5:00 PM SGT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Singapore and need Hong Kong colleagues present.
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.
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 Singapore and Hong Kong
Both Singapore and Hong Kong sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–5:00 PM SGT, which is 9:00 AM–5:00 PM HKT. That gives roughly 8 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Singapore and Hong Kong share 8 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–5:00 PM SGT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Singapore is no time difference Hong Kong (SGT UTC+08:00 → HKT UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–5:00 PM SGT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Singapore and Hong Kong?
Singapore (SGT, UTC+08:00) is no time difference Hong Kong (HKT, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +0h.
How do I convert Singapore time to Hong Kong time?
Add +0h to Singapore local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Singapore is 9:00 AM 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 +0h offset from Singapore.
What is the best time to call Hong Kong from Singapore?
Call between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM SGT — that maps to 9:00 AM–5:00 PM HKT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Singapore or Hong Kong?
Singapore and Hong Kong are currently on the same clock.
Do Singapore and Hong Kong use different time zones?
Singapore (Singapore) uses SGT at UTC+08:00, while Hong Kong (Hong Kong) uses HKT at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Singapore and Asia/Hong_Kong.
Does daylight saving time affect the Singapore–Hong Kong difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +0h offset between Singapore and Hong Kong is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Singapore's time zone?
SGT also covers Singapore.
Which countries use SGT, Singapore's zone?
SGT is used in Singapore.
What is the time difference between Singapore and Hong Kong?
Hong Kong is +0h from Singapore.
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 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 Singapore?
Standard business hours in Singapore are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT.
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 Singapore and Hong Kong?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Singapore works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT and Hong Kong works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM HKT (+0h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Singapore and Hong Kong?
Singapore uses SGD (S$) while Hong Kong uses HKD (HK$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Singapore and Hong Kong compare in size?
Singapore has a population of approximately 5.5 million (metro: 5.9 million), while Hong Kong has approximately 7.5 million (metro: 7.5 million).
What are the major landmarks in Singapore and Hong Kong?
Singapore is known for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion. Hong Kong is famous for Victoria Peak, Tian Tan Buddha, Victoria Harbour.
Do Singapore and Hong Kong have stock exchanges?
Yes. Singapore has the SGX (Singapore Exchange) and Hong Kong has the HKEX (Hong Kong Stock Exchange). The +0h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use SGT (Singapore Standard Time)?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Does SGT observe daylight saving time?
No, SGT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about SGT?
Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
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 Singapore, what time is it in Hong Kong?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Singapore (SGT), it is +0h later in Hong Kong (HKT).
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