GST to AKST
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AKSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
GST and AKST on the World Map
The map below highlights the GST (Gulf Standard Time) and AKST (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
GST – Gulf Standard Time
UTC+04:00Gulf Standard Time (GST) is used in the UAE, Oman, and other Gulf states, 4 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time.
- •GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
- •The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) operates on GST.
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.
Comparing Time Zones: GST and AKST
GST runs on Gulf Standard Time (GST) at UTC+04:00. AKST runs on Alaska Standard Time (AKST) at UTC-09:00. That puts GST 13 hours behind AKST — a difference of -13h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in GST it is 8:00 PM in AKST on the previous day. Midnight in GST is 11:00 AM in AKST. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
GST to AKST time conversion table
| GST (GST) | AKST (AKST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 AM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert GST to AKST time
- Scheduling a call from GST to AKST: a 10:00 AM start in GST lands at 9:00 PM in AKST the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -13h gap: GST and AKST 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 AKST is 8:00 PM in GST.
- Watching a live event or market open: GST viewers need 8:00 PM in AKST to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 1:00 PM if the event is anchored to GST.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM GST" 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 GST takes the early slot, the next week AKST does.
About GST (Gulf Standard Time)
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is the time zone used in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and other Gulf states. GST does not observe daylight saving time. Dubai and Abu Dhabi, major international business and tourism hubs, operate on GST.
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 GST and AKST
With a -13h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. AKST opens at 9:00 AM AKST, which is 8:00 PM in GST, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
GST and AKST have no shared working hours because of the -13h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
GST is 13 hours behind AKST (GST UTC+04:00 → AKST UTC-09:00). 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
GST
Does not observe DST
AKST
☀ 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 GST and AKST?
GST (GST, UTC+04:00) is 13 hours behind AKST (AKST, UTC-09:00). The gap is currently -13h.
How do I convert GST time to AKST time?
Add -13h to GST local time. For example, 9:00 AM in GST is 8:00 PM in AKST (previous day).
What time is it in AKST right now?
AKST uses AKST at UTC-09:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -13h offset from GST.
What is the best time to call AKST from GST?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -13h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in GST, which is 12:00 AM in AKST.
Which is behind, GST or AKST?
GST is 13 hours behind AKST. When it is 12:00 PM in GST it is 11:00 PM in AKST.
Does daylight saving time affect the GST–AKST difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -13h offset between GST and AKST is fixed all year.
Which other cities share GST's time zone?
GST also covers Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Baku, Tbilisi.
Which countries use GST, GST's zone?
GST is used in UAE, Oman, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Mauritius.
Is there a day difference between GST and AKST?
Sometimes. The -13h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in GST already falls on the in AKST.
What is the time difference between GST and AKST?
AKST is -13h from GST.
What timezone is GST in?
GST operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is AKST in?
AKST operates on its local timezone.
Which countries use GST (Gulf Standard Time)?
GST is used in UAE, Oman, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Mauritius.
Does GST observe daylight saving time?
No, GST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+04:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about GST?
Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time. GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
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 GST, what time is it in AKST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in GST (GST), it is -13h later in AKST (AKST).
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