New York to Anchorage
-4hNew York
EDTSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
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 New York
WikipediaNew York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
New York City has more than 800 languages spoken, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the 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.
New York vs Anchorage: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts New York 4 hours behind Anchorage — a difference of -4h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 5:00 AM in Anchorage. Midnight in New York is 8:00 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.
New York to Anchorage time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | Anchorage (AKDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert New York to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from New York to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 6:00 AM in Anchorage, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both New York and Anchorage are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM EDT time (9:00 AM–1:00 PM AKDT). That is roughly 4 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: New York viewers need 5:00 AM in Anchorage to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 4:00 AM if the event is anchored to New York.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -4h gap is not.
- Block 1:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from New York and need Anchorage colleagues present.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -4h 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 EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
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 New York and Anchorage
Both New York and Anchorage sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 1:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT, which is 9:00 AM–1:00 PM AKDT. That gives roughly 4 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
New York and Anchorage overlap for about 4 hours during the working day — enough for meetings if you avoid the edges of the window.
New York is 4 hours behind Anchorage (EDT UTC-04:00 → AKDT UTC-08:00). The shared working window is 1:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 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
Dive deeper into the fascinating world of timekeeping, time zones, and how they shape our global society:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and Anchorage?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 4 hours behind Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -4h.
How do I convert New York time to Anchorage time?
Add -4h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 5:00 AM in Anchorage.
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 -4h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from New York?
Call between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM EDT — that maps to 9:00 AM–1:00 PM AKDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, New York or Anchorage?
New York is 4 hours behind Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 8:00 AM in Anchorage.
Do New York and Anchorage use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–Anchorage difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at -4h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share New York's time zone?
EDT also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EDT, New York's zone?
EDT is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between New York and Anchorage?
Not normally. The -4h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between New York and Anchorage?
Anchorage is -4h from New York.
What timezone is New York in?
New York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
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 New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
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 New York and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST (-4h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
How do New York and Anchorage compare in size?
New York has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in New York and Anchorage?
New York is known for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do New York and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The -4h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
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 New York, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is -4h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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