BST to Philippine Time (PHT) Converter
PHT is 8 hours ahead of GMT. 9:00 AM GMT = 5:00 PM PHT.
PHT is 8 hours ahead of GMT at the moment. To convert BST to Philippine Time (PHT), add 8 hours to the BST time: 9:00 AM GMT = 5:00 PM PHT.
BST (British Time) is used in United Kingdom from late March to late October. Philippine Time (PHT) (Philippine Time) is used in Philippines (Manila, Cebu, Davao).
BST here means British Summer Time, not Bangladesh Standard Time. BST (British Summer Time) is not in force right now: United Kingdom from late March to late October is currently on GMT. This page uses whichever name applies on the date you pick, so the numbers below say GMT.
BST to Philippine Time (PHT) time conversion table
BST to Philippine Time (PHT) on 6 Nov 2026. Today's date. Highlighted rows are 9 AM–5 PM in both places.
| BST | Philippine Time (PHT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM GMT | 8:00 AM PHT | — |
| 1:00 AM GMT | 9:00 AM PHT | — |
| 2:00 AM GMT | 10:00 AM PHT | — |
| 3:00 AM GMT | 11:00 AM PHT | — |
| 4:00 AM GMT | 12:00 PM PHT | — |
| 5:00 AM GMT | 1:00 PM PHT | — |
| 6:00 AM GMT | 2:00 PM PHT | — |
| 7:00 AM GMT | 3:00 PM PHT | — |
| 8:00 AM GMT | 4:00 PM PHT | — |
| 9:00 AM GMT | 5:00 PM PHT | — |
| 10:00 AM GMT | 6:00 PM PHT | — |
| 11:00 AM GMT | 7:00 PM PHT | — |
| 12:00 PM GMT | 8:00 PM PHT | — |
| 1:00 PM GMT | 9:00 PM PHT | — |
| 2:00 PM GMT | 10:00 PM PHT | night |
| 3:00 PM GMT | 11:00 PM PHT | night |
| 4:00 PM GMT | 12:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 5:00 PM GMT | 1:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 6:00 PM GMT | 2:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 7:00 PM GMT | 3:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 8:00 PM GMT | 4:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 9:00 PM GMT | 5:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 10:00 PM GMT | 6:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 11:00 PM GMT | 7:00 AM PHT | next day |
- Work rows — 9 AM–5 PM in both places
- Night in the destination (10 PM–6 AM)
How to convert BST to Philippine Time (PHT)
Add 8 hours to the BST time to get Philippine Time (PHT).
Example: 9:00 AM GMT = 5:00 PM PHT.
Across midnight: 10:00 PM GMT = 6:00 AM PHT (next day). The date changes, so always check the day as well as the hour.
Time difference between BST and Philippine Time (PHT)
The time difference between BST and Philippine Time (PHT) is not the same all year, because the two sides change for daylight saving time on different dates. In 2026 it works out like this:
- 1 Jan 2026 – 28 Mar 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 8 hours ahead of BST.
- 29 Mar 2026 – 24 Oct 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 7 hours ahead of BST.
- 25 Oct 2026 – 31 Dec 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 8 hours ahead of BST.
BST and Philippine Time (PHT) during daylight saving time
- BST next changes on 28 Mar 2027: clocks go forward one hour at 00:59 local time, from GMT (UTC+0) to BST (UTC+1).
- Philippine Time (PHT) does not observe daylight saving time; it stays on UTC+8 all year.
Best time for a meeting between BST and Philippine Time (PHT)
BST and Philippine Time (PHT) have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 7:00 AM GMT, which is 3:00 PM PHT.
BST to Philippine Time (PHT) FAQ
What is the time difference between BST and Philippine Time (PHT)?
Right now PHT is 8 hours ahead of GMT. The gap changes 3 times in 2026 because the two sides switch to daylight saving time on different dates.
What is 9 AM BST in Philippine Time (PHT)?
9:00 AM GMT is 5:00 PM PHT.
What is 12 PM (noon) BST in Philippine Time (PHT)?
12:00 PM GMT is 8:00 PM PHT.
Is Philippine Time (PHT) ahead of or behind BST?
PHT is 8 hours ahead of GMT, so it is later in Philippine Time (PHT) than in BST.
Does BST change for daylight saving time?
Yes. BST next changes on 28 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from GMT to BST.
Does Philippine Time (PHT) change for daylight saving time?
No. Philippine Time (PHT) stays on the same offset all year, so conversions never shift for daylight saving time.
What is the best time for a meeting between BST and Philippine Time (PHT)?
BST and Philippine Time (PHT) have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 7:00 AM GMT, which is 3:00 PM PHT.
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Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.