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MSK to HKT Converter

HKT is 5 hours ahead of MSK

Current MSK Time
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Europe/Moscow
Current HKT Time
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Asia/Hong_Kong
Time Diff
5h ahead
MSK
UTC+3
HKT
UTC+8
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM MSK (3h)

MSK to HKT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Moscow Standard Time to Hong Kong Time

Moscow Standard Time (MSK) and Hong Kong Time (HKT) are separated by a 5 hours time difference. HKT is 5 hours ahead of MSK. MSK is UTC+3, used in Russia, while HKT is UTC+8, used in Hong Kong, China.

When converting from MSK to HKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM MSK equals 2:00 PM HKT, 12:00 PM noon MSK equals 5:00 PM HKT, and 5:00 PM MSK equals 10:00 PM HKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across MSK and HKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between MSK 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 5 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

MSK does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+3 year-round. HKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+8 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between MSK and HKT?
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is 5 hours ahead of Moscow Standard Time (MSK). When it is 12:00 PM noon in MSK, it is 5:00 PM in HKT.
How do I convert MSK to HKT?
To convert MSK to HKT, add 5 hours to the MSK time. For example, 9:00 AM MSK is 2:00 PM HKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does MSK or HKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
MSK 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 MSK and HKT?
The best time to schedule a call between MSK and HKT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in MSK, 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 MSK ahead or behind HKT?
MSK (UTC+3) is 5 hours behind HKT (UTC+8). MSK corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Moscow, while HKT corresponds to Asia/Hong_Kong.

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