Cairo to Anchorage
-11hCairo
EESTSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EEST and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EEST (Eastern European Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EET – Eastern European Time
UTC+02:00Eastern European Time (EET) is used in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and northeastern Africa, 2 hours ahead of UTC.
- •EET covers countries across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- •Cairo is the most populous city in the EET zone.
- •Turkey used to be on EET but permanently moved to UTC+03:00 in 2016.
- •Finland, the Baltic states, and Greece all use EET.
AKST – Alaska Standard Time
UTC-09:00Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is the time zone for the state of Alaska, 9 hours behind UTC.
- •Alaska is the largest US state by area but has only about 730,000 residents.
- •Anchorage is the most populous city in AKST with about 290,000 people.
- •The Aleutian Islands use HAST instead of AKST.
About Cairo
WikipediaCairo operates on Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. As Africa's largest city and Arab world's cultural capital, Cairo bridges African and Middle Eastern time.
The Pyramids of Giza are the only surviving wonder of the ancient world.
About Anchorage
WikipediaAnchorage operates on Alaska Time (AKST/AKDT), UTC-9. As a global air cargo hub, Anchorage connects Asian and American markets via polar routes.
Moose occasionally wander through the city streets.
Understanding the -11h Gap: Cairo vs Anchorage
Cairo runs on Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) at UTC+03:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Cairo 11 hours behind Anchorage — a difference of -11h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Cairo it is 10:00 PM in Anchorage on the previous day. Midnight in Cairo is 1:00 PM in Anchorage. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
Cairo to Anchorage time conversion table
| Cairo (EEST) | Anchorage (AKDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert Cairo to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from Cairo to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in Cairo lands at 11:00 PM in Anchorage the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -11h gap: Cairo and Anchorage have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Anchorage is 10:00 PM in Cairo.
- Coordinating a Cairo-based team with Anchorage contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -11h gap is not.
- With a -11h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Cairo takes the early slot, the next week Anchorage does.
- Cairo: Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -11h gap.
- Anchorage: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About EET (Eastern European Time)
Eastern European Time (EET) covers a wide geographical area including Eastern Europe (Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine), the Middle East (Israel, Lebanon, Jordan), and northeastern Africa (Egypt, Libya). During summer, most EET countries switch to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+03:00). Turkey permanently moved to UTC+03:00 in 2016, effectively leaving EET.
About AKST (Alaska Standard Time)
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is used in nearly all of Alaska. Due to Alaska's vast geographic size, the Aleutian Islands use Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time instead. During summer months, Alaska switches to Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT, UTC-08:00).
Best time to call between Cairo and Anchorage
With a -11h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Anchorage opens at 9:00 AM AKDT, which is 10:00 PM in Cairo, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Cairo and Anchorage have no shared working hours because of the -11h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Cairo is 11 hours behind Anchorage (EEST UTC+03:00 → AKDT UTC-08:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Cairo
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+02:00 · DST: UTC+03:00
Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 2026
Anchorage
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-09:00 · DST: UTC-08:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Cairo and Anchorage?
Cairo (EEST, UTC+03:00) is 11 hours behind Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -11h.
How do I convert Cairo time to Anchorage time?
Add -11h to Cairo local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Cairo is 10:00 PM in Anchorage (previous day).
What time is it in Anchorage right now?
Anchorage uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -11h offset from Cairo.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from Cairo?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -11h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Cairo, which is 2:00 AM in Anchorage.
Which is behind, Cairo or Anchorage?
Cairo is 11 hours behind Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in Cairo it is 1:00 AM in Anchorage.
Do Cairo and Anchorage use different time zones?
Cairo (Egypt) uses EEST at UTC+03:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are Africa/Cairo and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the Cairo–Anchorage difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at -11h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share Cairo's time zone?
EEST also covers Cairo, Athens, Helsinki, Bucharest, Kyiv, Sofia, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and 4 more.
Which countries use EEST, Cairo's zone?
EEST is used in Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon and 9 more.
Is there a day difference between Cairo and Anchorage?
Not normally. The -11h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Cairo and Anchorage?
Anchorage is -11h from Cairo.
What timezone is Cairo in?
Cairo operates on Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. As Africa's largest city and Arab world's cultural capital, Cairo bridges African and Middle Eastern time.
What timezone is Anchorage in?
Anchorage operates on Alaska Time (AKST/AKDT), UTC-9. As a global air cargo hub, Anchorage connects Asian and American markets via polar routes.
What are the business hours in Cairo?
Standard business hours in Cairo are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET.
What are the business hours in Anchorage?
Standard business hours in Anchorage are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Cairo and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Cairo works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET and Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST (-11h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Cairo and Anchorage?
Cairo uses EGP (£) while Anchorage uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Cairo and Anchorage compare in size?
Cairo has a population of approximately 10.2 million (metro: 21.3 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in Cairo and Anchorage?
Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do Cairo and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. Cairo has the EGX (Egyptian Exchange) and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The -11h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EET (Eastern European Time)?
EET is used in Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Egypt, and 11 more countries.
Does EET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EET switches to EEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EET?
EET covers countries across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. Cairo is the most populous city in the EET zone.
Which cities are in the AKST timezone?
Major cities in the AKST timezone include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka, Wasilla.
What is the UTC offset for AKST?
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is at UTC-09:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to AKDT.
What should I know about the AKST timezone?
Alaska is the largest US state by area but has only about 730,000 residents. Anchorage is the most populous city in AKST with about 290,000 people.
When is it midnight in Cairo, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Cairo (EET), it is -11h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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