Cambodia
Hong Kong SAR
Phnom Penh to Hong Kong Time Difference
Hong Kong is 1 hour ahead of Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh vs Hong Kong — At a Glance
Phnom Penh to Hong Kong — Hour-by-Hour
About Phnom Penh and Hong Kong
Phnom Penh (population: 2.1M) is known for the Royal Palace, Mekong River, and Cambodia's emerging digital economy. Hong Kong (population: 7.4M) is known for one of the world's top financial centers, Victoria Harbour, and dim sum culture.
Business Hours Overlap
Phnom Penh is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Hong Kong.
Calling Between Cities
Calling between Phnom Penh (+855) and Hong Kong (+852) is convenient — the time difference is small enough that you're unlikely to disturb anyone during normal waking hours.
Currency
Phnom Penh uses KHR while Hong Kong uses HKD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Phnom Penh and Hong Kong share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Phnom Penh and Hong Kong visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Phnom Penh and Hong Kong?
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR is 1 hour ahead of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Phnom Penh is in the Asia/Bangkok timezone (UTC+7) and Hong Kong is in the Asia/Hong Kong timezone (UTC+8).
When it's noon in Phnom Penh, what time is it in Hong Kong?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Phnom Penh, it's 1:00 PM in Hong Kong.
What is the best time to call Hong Kong from Phnom Penh?
With only a 1-hour difference, you can comfortably call Hong Kong anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM Phnom Penh time).
What currency does Hong Kong use?
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR uses HKD. Phnom Penh uses KHR. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Hong Kong?
The primary languages in Hong Kong are Cantonese, English. Phnom Penh also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Hong Kong from Phnom Penh?
To call Hong Kong from Phnom Penh, dial your international access code followed by +852 and the local number. Phnom Penh uses country code +855 and Hong Kong uses +852.
