Anchorage to Karachi
+13hAnchorage
AKDTSOURCEKarachi
PKTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
AKDT and PKT on the World Map
The map below highlights the AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) and PKT (Pakistan Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
PKT – Pakistan Standard Time
UTC+05:00Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is the time zone for Pakistan, 5 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Karachi is one of the world's most populous cities.
- •PKT is the same offset as Uzbekistan (UZT) and Yekaterinburg (YEKT).
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.
About Karachi
WikipediaKarachi operates on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), UTC+5. As Pakistan's financial hub and largest port city, Karachi time drives South Asian commerce.
Karachi is one of the fastest-growing megacities in the world.
Anchorage to Karachi Time Difference – Complete Guide
Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Karachi runs on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) at UTC+05:00. That puts Anchorage 13 hours ahead of Karachi — a difference of +13h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Anchorage it is 10:00 PM in Karachi. Midnight in Anchorage is 1:00 PM in Karachi.Anchorage observes daylight saving time while Karachi does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Anchorage to Karachi time conversion table
| Anchorage (AKDT) | Karachi (PKT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Anchorage to Karachi time
- Scheduling a call from Anchorage to Karachi: a 10:00 AM start in Anchorage lands at 11:00 PM in Karachi, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +13h gap: Anchorage and Karachi 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 Karachi is 10:00 PM in Anchorage.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Karachi local time against Anchorage keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +13h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM AKDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +13h gap is not.
- With a +13h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Anchorage takes the early slot, the next week Karachi does.
- Anchorage: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +13h gap.
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).
About PKT (Pakistan Standard Time)
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is the time zone used throughout Pakistan. PKT does not observe daylight saving time. Pakistan is the 5th most populous country in the world.
Best time to call between Anchorage and Karachi
With a +13h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Karachi opens at 9:00 AM PKT, which is 10:00 PM in Anchorage, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Anchorage and Karachi have no shared working hours because of the +13h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Anchorage is 13 hours ahead of Karachi (AKDT UTC-08:00 → PKT UTC+05:00). 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
Anchorage
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-09:00 · DST: UTC-08:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Karachi
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Anchorage and Karachi?
Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00) is 13 hours ahead of Karachi (PKT, UTC+05:00). The gap is currently +13h.
How do I convert Anchorage time to Karachi time?
Add +13h to Anchorage local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Anchorage is 10:00 PM in Karachi.
What time is it in Karachi right now?
Karachi uses PKT at UTC+05:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +13h offset from Anchorage.
What is the best time to call Karachi from Anchorage?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +13h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Anchorage, which is 2:00 AM in Karachi.
Which is ahead, Anchorage or Karachi?
Anchorage is 13 hours ahead of Karachi. When it is 12:00 PM in Anchorage it is 1:00 AM in Karachi.
Do Anchorage and Karachi use different time zones?
Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00, while Karachi (Pakistan) uses PKT at UTC+05:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Anchorage and Asia/Karachi.
Does daylight saving time affect the Anchorage–Karachi difference?
Yes at the moment: Anchorage is on daylight saving time and Karachi is not, so the +13h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Anchorage's time zone?
AKDT also covers Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka, Wasilla.
Which countries use AKDT, Anchorage's zone?
AKDT is used in United States (Alaska).
Is there a day difference between Anchorage and Karachi?
Sometimes. The +13h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Anchorage already falls on the next day in Karachi.
What is the time difference between Anchorage and Karachi?
Karachi is +13h from Anchorage.
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 timezone is Karachi in?
Karachi operates on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), UTC+5. As Pakistan's financial hub and largest port city, Karachi time drives South Asian commerce.
What are the business hours in Anchorage?
Standard business hours in Anchorage are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST.
What are the business hours in Karachi?
Standard business hours in Karachi are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Anchorage and Karachi?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST and Karachi works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT (+13h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Anchorage and Karachi?
Anchorage uses USD ($) while Karachi uses PKR (₨). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Anchorage and Karachi compare in size?
Anchorage has a population of approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000), while Karachi has approximately 14.9 million (metro: 16.5 million).
What are the major landmarks in Anchorage and Karachi?
Anchorage is known for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain. Karachi is famous for Quaid-e-Azam's Mausoleum, Mohatta Palace, Clifton Beach.
Do Anchorage and Karachi have stock exchanges?
Yes. Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Karachi has the PSX (Pakistan Stock Exchange). The +13h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use AKST (Alaska Standard Time)?
AKST is used in United States (Alaska).
Does AKST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, AKST switches to AKDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about AKST?
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.
Which cities are in the PKT timezone?
Major cities in the PKT timezone include Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar.
What is the UTC offset for PKT?
Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) is at UTC+05:00.
What should I know about the PKT timezone?
Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time. Karachi is one of the world's most populous cities.
When is it midnight in Anchorage, what time is it in Karachi?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Anchorage (AKST), it is +13h later in Karachi (PKT).
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