AKST to EDT
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AKST and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the AKST (Alaska Standard Time) and EDT (Eastern Daylight 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.
EDT – Eastern Daylight Time
UTC-04:00Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is the daylight saving time observed in the Eastern Time Zone, 4 hours behind UTC.
- •EDT is observed from the second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November.
- •During EDT, the US East Coast is only 4 hours behind London (instead of 5).
- •Not all EST locations switch to EDT – Panama and Jamaica stay on EST year-round.
AKST vs EDT: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
AKST runs on Alaska Standard Time (AKST) at UTC-09:00. EDT runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00. That puts AKST 5 hours ahead of EDT — a difference of +5h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in AKST it is 2:00 PM in EDT. Midnight in AKST is 5:00 AM in EDT. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
AKST to EDT time conversion table
| AKST (AKST) | EDT (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert AKST to EDT time
- Scheduling a call from AKST to EDT: a 10:00 AM start in AKST lands at 3:00 PM in EDT, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both AKST and EDT are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM AKST time (2:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT). That is roughly 3 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: AKST viewers need 2:00 PM in EDT to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 7:00 PM 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 +5h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–12:00 PM AKST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from AKST and need EDT colleagues present.
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 EDT (Eastern Daylight Time)
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is used during the summer months (second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November) in the Eastern Time Zone. During EDT, clocks are advanced by one hour to take advantage of longer daylight hours. Not all locations in the Eastern Time Zone observe DST – Panama, Jamaica, and most of the Caribbean remain on EST year-round.
Best time to call between AKST and EDT
Both AKST and EDT sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–12:00 PM AKST, which is 2:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT. That gives roughly 3 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
AKST and EDT overlap for about 3 hours during the working day — enough for meetings if you avoid the edges of the window.
AKST is 5 hours ahead of EDT (AKST UTC-09:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–12:00 PM AKST. 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
EDT
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between AKST and EDT?
AKST (AKST, UTC-09:00) is 5 hours ahead of EDT (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently +5h.
How do I convert AKST time to EDT time?
Add +5h to AKST local time. For example, 9:00 AM in AKST is 2:00 PM in EDT.
What time is it in EDT right now?
EDT uses EDT at UTC-04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +5h offset from AKST.
What is the best time to call EDT from AKST?
Call between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM AKST — that maps to 2:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, AKST or EDT?
AKST is 5 hours ahead of EDT. When it is 12:00 PM in AKST it is 5:00 PM in EDT.
Does daylight saving time affect the AKST–EDT difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +5h offset between AKST and EDT 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 EDT?
Not normally. The +5h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between AKST and EDT?
EDT is +5h from AKST.
What timezone is AKST in?
AKST operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is EDT in?
EDT 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 EDT timezone?
Major cities in the EDT timezone include New York City, Washington D.C., Toronto, Miami, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal.
What is the UTC offset for EDT?
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is at UTC-04:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EST.
What should I know about the EDT timezone?
EDT is observed from the second Sunday of March to the first Sunday of November. During EDT, the US East Coast is only 4 hours behind London (instead of 5).
When is it midnight in AKST, what time is it in EDT?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in AKST (AKST), it is +5h later in EDT (EDT).
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