Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Manila uses the PHP (₱) and Hong Kong uses the HKD ($). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Manila drives on the right, Hong Kong on the left.
- Country
- Philippines
- Capital
- Manila
- Currency
- Philippine peso (PHP · ₱)
- Language
- English, Filipino
- Calling code
- +63
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Capital
- City of Victoria
- Currency
- Hong Kong dollar (HKD · $)
- Language
- English, Chinese
- Calling code
- +852
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Manila and Hong Kong?
Manila and Hong Kong share the same offset (GMT+8), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Manila from Hong Kong?
About 1,119 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 1h 49m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Manila and Hong Kong use?
Manila uses the Philippine peso (PHP, ₱); Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar (HKD, $). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Manila from Hong Kong?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +63, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Manila and Hong Kong?
Both Philippines and Hong Kong count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Manila also has Filipino; Hong Kong adds Chinese.
Do Manila and Hong Kong drive on the same side of the road?
No. Philippines drives on the right, Hong Kong on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.