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Seoul · Busan
For international scheduling, try the global meeting time planner.
Difference
PST vs KST
UTC → UTC
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Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
KST to PST converter
KST to PST Converter
Convert KST (Seoul) to PST (Los Angeles) now. Live clocks, the current time difference, and a simple meeting window — free.
Asia/Seoul
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KST → PST
To · Pacific Standard Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Interactive diagram
Watch KST convert into PST
Drag the Korea hour. Watch the Pacific clock change.
Korea
9:00 AM KST
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PST ← KST
Pacific
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Full-day chart
KST to PST hourly conversion chart
Full-day table. Tap a row to copy. Labels follow daylight saving.
| Korea | Pacific | UTC offsets |
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Meeting times
Best KST to PST meeting window
Find hours that work on both sides. Then save the slot to your calendar.
Follow along
Step-by-step KST to PST conversion
Four short steps to convert any KST time to PST.
Choose KST time
Select any hour in Korea Standard Time. Smart mode uses Asia/Seoul.
KST to PST conversion guide
KST to PST conversion guide
This KST to PST converter shows Pacific Standard Time (UTC−8) for any Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) time. Use it to schedule between Seoul and Los Angeles. Choose Smart DST for live city clocks. Choose Fixed mode when you only want the KST and PST labels.
Korea
KST
UTC+9
Seoul · Busan
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Pacific
PST
UTC−8
Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
What is KST to PST conversion?
KST to PST conversion turns a KST clock into the matching PST time. Use it for calls, travel, and teams in Seoul and Los Angeles.
KST to PST time difference
PST is 17 hours behind KST. Subtract 17 hours from the KST time to get PST. The live clocks at the top show the current KST to PST gap.
KST vs PST
KST is UTC+9. PST is UTC−8. They are different names. If a region uses daylight saving, check the live labels.
KST to PST now / current time
Need kst to pst right now? Read the live clocks, or tap Use current time for an instant KST → PST result.
KST to PST time difference
Season / context — tap to explore
See how daylight saving can change this pair.
Korea—
—KST → PST
Pacific—
Quick answers
Korea
Korea Standard Time (KST)
UTC+9
Korea Standard Time (KST) is UTC+9. Smart DST uses the city clock Asia/Seoul so daylight saving stays correct for Seoul · Busan.
- Cities: Seoul · Busan
- City clock: Asia/Seoul
- Fixed KST: UTC+9
- On this page it pairs with PST (UTC−8)
Pacific
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
UTC−8
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is UTC−8. Smart DST uses America/Los_Angeles for cities such as Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver.
- Cities: Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
- City clock: America/Los_Angeles
- Fixed PST: UTC−8
- From KST: PST is 17 hours behind KST
KST to PST FAQ
Common KST to PST questions
What is the KST to PST time difference?
PST is 17 hours behind KST. Fixed labels: KST = UTC+9, PST = UTC−8. Subtract 17 hours from the KST time to get PST.
How do I convert KST to PST quickly?
Subtract 17 hours from the KST time to get PST. Example: 3:00 AM KST → 10:00 AM PST. Or use the live KST to PST converter above.
Is PST the same as KST?
No. KST is UTC+9 (Seoul · Busan). PST is UTC−8 (Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver).
What is a good KST to PST meeting time?
PST is behind. Try 10:00 AM–3:00 PM KST. That is about 5:00 PM–10:00 PM PST. Use the meeting planner on this page to export an ICS or Google Calendar invite.
What cities use KST and PST?
KST is common in Seoul · Busan. PST is common in Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver. Smart DST uses Asia/Seoul and America/Los_Angeles.