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CET to PKT Converter

PKT is 4 hours ahead of CET

Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Current PKT Time
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Asia/Karachi
Time Diff
4h ahead
CET
UTC+1
PKT
UTC+5
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM CET (4h)

CET to PKT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Central European Time to Pakistan Standard Time

Central European Time (CET) and Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) are separated by a 4 hours time difference. PKT is 4 hours ahead of CET. CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy, while PKT is UTC+5, used in Pakistan.

When converting from CET to PKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CET equals 1:00 PM PKT, 12:00 PM noon CET equals 4:00 PM PKT, and 5:00 PM CET equals 9:00 PM PKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CET and PKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between CET and PKT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 4 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

CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2) during summer months. PKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CET and PKT?
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is 4 hours ahead of Central European Time (CET). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CET, it is 4:00 PM in PKT.
How do I convert CET to PKT?
To convert CET to PKT, add 4 hours to the CET time. For example, 9:00 AM CET is 1:00 PM PKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CET or PKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2). PKT 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 CET and PKT?
The best time to schedule a call between CET and PKT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CET, 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 PKT.
Is CET ahead or behind PKT?
CET (UTC+1) is 4 hours behind PKT (UTC+5). CET corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Berlin, while PKT corresponds to Asia/Karachi.

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