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PKT to SAST Converter

SAST is 3 hours behind PKT

Current PKT Time
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Asia/Karachi
Current SAST Time
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Africa/Johannesburg
Time Diff
3h behind
PKT
UTC+5
SAST
UTC+2
Overlapping hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM PKT (5h)

PKT to SAST Conversion Table

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

PKT to SAST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
PKT SAST
12:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 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

Converting Pakistan Standard Time to South Africa Standard Time

Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) and South Africa Standard Time (SAST) are separated by a 3 hours time difference. SAST is 3 hours behind PKT. PKT is UTC+5, used in Pakistan, while SAST is UTC+2, used in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho.

When converting from PKT to SAST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM PKT equals 6:00 AM SAST, 12:00 PM noon PKT equals 9:00 AM SAST, and 5:00 PM PKT equals 2:00 PM SAST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across PKT and SAST

For professionals scheduling meetings between PKT and SAST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 3 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

PKT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+5 year-round. SAST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+2 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between PKT and SAST?
South Africa Standard Time (SAST) is 3 hours behind Pakistan Standard Time (PKT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PKT, it is 9:00 AM in SAST.
How do I convert PKT to SAST?
To convert PKT to SAST, subtract 3 hours from the PKT time. For example, 9:00 AM PKT is 6:00 AM SAST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PKT or SAST observe Daylight Saving Time?
PKT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. SAST 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 PKT and SAST?
The best time to schedule a call between PKT and SAST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in PKT, 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 SAST.
Is PKT ahead or behind SAST?
PKT (UTC+5) is 3 hours ahead of SAST (UTC+2). PKT corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Karachi, while SAST corresponds to Africa/Johannesburg.

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