Hong Kong to Seoul Time Difference
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Hong Kong. When it is noon in Hong Kong, it is 13:00 in Seoul.
Hong Kong (UTC+8) → Seoul (UTC+9)
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When it's 13:00 in Hong Kong, it's 14:00 in Seoul
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Hong Kong & Seoul✓ Perfect Match (7 hours)
◐ Extended Hours (2 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
2,093 km
Est. Flight Time
~3.5h
Time Difference
+1h
Work Hours Overlap
7h
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⏰ Quick Conversion
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Hong Kong
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Seoul
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Hong Kong behind Seoul?
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Hong Kong. When it is 12:00 noon in Hong Kong, it is 13:00 in Seoul. Hong Kong operates on Asia/Hong Kong (UTC+8), while Seoul uses Asia/Seoul (UTC+9).
What is the best time to call Seoul from Hong Kong?
There are 7 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Hong Kong and Seoul. The best window is 09:00–16:00 Hong Kong time (10:00–17:00 in Seoul).
Does the Hong Kong to Seoul time difference change throughout the year?
The time difference can shift by up to one hour when either city observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). DST transition dates differ between countries — typically March/April in the Northern Hemisphere and October in the Southern Hemisphere. Always verify the live difference above when scheduling important meetings near DST changeover dates.
Flying between Hong Kong and Seoul
The distance between Hong Kong and Seoul is approximately 2,093 km. A direct flight typically takes around 3.5 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Seoul time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.