AKST to AWST
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AKST and AWST on the World Map
The map below highlights the AKST (Alaska Standard Time) and AWST (Australian Western 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.
AWST – Australian Western Standard Time
UTC+08:00Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is the time zone for Western Australia, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
- •AWST is the same offset as China Standard Time and Singapore Time.
Time Conversion Guide: AKST to AWST
AKST runs on Alaska Standard Time (AKST) at UTC-09:00. AWST runs on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) at UTC+08:00. That puts AKST 17 hours ahead of AWST — a difference of +17h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in AKST it is 2:00 AM in AWST on the next day. Midnight in AKST is 5:00 PM in AWST. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
AKST to AWST time conversion table
| AKST (AKST) | AWST (AWST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM | next day |
Why people convert AKST to AWST time
- Scheduling a call from AKST to AWST: a 10:00 AM start in AKST lands at 3:00 AM in AWST the next day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +17h gap: AKST and AWST 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 AWST is 2:00 AM in AKST.
- Watching a live event or market open: AKST viewers need 2:00 AM in AWST to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 7:00 AM if the event is anchored to AKST.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM AKST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +17h gap is not.
- With a +17h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week AKST takes the early slot, the next week AWST does.
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 AWST (Australian Western Standard Time)
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is used in Western Australia. WA does not observe daylight saving time, having rejected it in multiple referendums. Perth is the most remote major city in the world.
Best time to call between AKST and AWST
With a +17h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. AWST opens at 9:00 AM AWST, which is 2:00 AM in AKST, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
AKST and AWST have no shared working hours because of the +17h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
AKST is 17 hours ahead of AWST (AKST UTC-09:00 → AWST 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
AKST
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-09:00 · DST: UTC-08:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
AWST
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between AKST and AWST?
AKST (AKST, UTC-09:00) is 17 hours ahead of AWST (AWST, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +17h.
How do I convert AKST time to AWST time?
Add +17h to AKST local time. For example, 9:00 AM in AKST is 2:00 AM in AWST (next day).
What time is it in AWST right now?
AWST uses AWST at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +17h offset from AKST.
What is the best time to call AWST from AKST?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +17h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in AKST, which is 6:00 AM in AWST.
Which is ahead, AKST or AWST?
AKST is 17 hours ahead of AWST. When it is 12:00 PM in AKST it is 5:00 AM in AWST.
Does daylight saving time affect the AKST–AWST difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +17h offset between AKST and AWST is fixed all year.
Which other cities share AKST's time zone?
AKST also covers Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka, Wasilla.
Which countries use AKST, AKST's zone?
AKST is used in United States (Alaska).
Is there a day difference between AKST and AWST?
Sometimes. The +17h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in AKST already falls on the next day in AWST.
What is the time difference between AKST and AWST?
AWST is +17h from AKST.
What timezone is AKST in?
AKST operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is AWST in?
AWST operates on its local timezone.
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 AWST timezone?
Major cities in the AWST timezone include Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Geraldton.
What is the UTC offset for AWST?
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the AWST timezone?
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time. Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
When is it midnight in AKST, what time is it in AWST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in AKST (AKST), it is +17h later in AWST (AWST).
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