Nairobi to Anchorage
-11hNairobi
EATSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EAT and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EAT (East Africa Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EAT – East Africa Time
UTC+03:00East Africa Time (EAT) is the time zone for East Africa, 3 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'.
- •Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
- •EAT is the same offset as MSK (Moscow Time).
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 Nairobi
WikipediaNairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
Nairobi National Park is the only national park within a capital city, with lions visible against the skyline.
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.
Nairobi vs Anchorage: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Nairobi runs on East Africa Time (EAT) at UTC+03:00. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Nairobi 11 hours behind Anchorage — a difference of -11h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Nairobi it is 10:00 PM in Anchorage on the previous day. Midnight in Nairobi is 1:00 PM in Anchorage.Anchorage observes daylight saving time while Nairobi does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Nairobi to Anchorage time conversion table
| Nairobi (EAT) | 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 Nairobi to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from Nairobi to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in Nairobi 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: Nairobi 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 Nairobi.
- Watching a live event or market open: Nairobi viewers need 10:00 PM in Anchorage to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 11:00 AM if the event is anchored to Nairobi.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EAT" 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 Nairobi takes the early slot, the next week Anchorage does.
- Anchorage: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About EAT (East Africa Time)
East Africa Time (EAT) is used in the countries of East Africa including Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, and others. EAT does not observe daylight saving time and shares the same offset as Moscow Standard Time (MSK).
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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Nairobi and Anchorage have no shared working hours because of the -11h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Nairobi is 11 hours behind Anchorage (EAT 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
Nairobi
Does not observe DST
Anchorage
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-09:00 · DST: UTC-08:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Nairobi and Anchorage?
Nairobi (EAT, UTC+03:00) is 11 hours behind Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -11h.
How do I convert Nairobi time to Anchorage time?
Add -11h to Nairobi local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Nairobi 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 Nairobi.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from Nairobi?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -11h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Nairobi, which is 2:00 AM in Anchorage.
Which is behind, Nairobi or Anchorage?
Nairobi is 11 hours behind Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in Nairobi it is 1:00 AM in Anchorage.
Do Nairobi and Anchorage use different time zones?
Nairobi (Kenya) uses EAT at UTC+03:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are Africa/Nairobi and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the Nairobi–Anchorage difference?
Yes at the moment: Anchorage is on daylight saving time and Nairobi is not, so the -11h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Nairobi's time zone?
EAT also covers Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dar es Salaam, Kampala, Mogadishu, Antananarivo.
Which countries use EAT, Nairobi's zone?
EAT is used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Madagascar, Eritrea, Djibouti.
Is there a day difference between Nairobi and Anchorage?
Not normally. The -11h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Nairobi and Anchorage?
Anchorage is -11h from Nairobi.
What timezone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
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 Nairobi?
Standard business hours in Nairobi are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT.
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 Nairobi and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Nairobi works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT 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 Nairobi and Anchorage?
Nairobi uses KES (KSh) while Anchorage uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Nairobi and Anchorage compare in size?
Nairobi has a population of approximately 4.4 million (metro: 6.5 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in Nairobi and Anchorage?
Nairobi is known for Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do Nairobi and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. Nairobi has the NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange) and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The -11h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EAT (East Africa Time)?
EAT is used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Madagascar, and 2 more countries.
Does EAT observe daylight saving time?
No, EAT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+03:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about EAT?
Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'. Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
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 Nairobi, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Nairobi (EAT), it is -11h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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