Karachi to Anchorage
-13hKarachi
PKTSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PKT and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the PKT (Pakistan Standard Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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).
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 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.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About Karachi and Anchorage Time
Karachi runs on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) at UTC+05:00. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Karachi 13 hours behind Anchorage — a difference of -13h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Karachi it is 8:00 PM in Anchorage on the previous day. Midnight in Karachi is 11:00 AM in Anchorage.Anchorage observes daylight saving time while Karachi does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Karachi to Anchorage time conversion table
| Karachi (PKT) | Anchorage (AKDT) | 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 Karachi to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from Karachi to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in Karachi lands at 9:00 PM in Anchorage the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -13h gap: Karachi 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 8:00 PM in Karachi.
- Watching a live event or market open: Karachi viewers need 8:00 PM in Anchorage to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 1:00 PM if the event is anchored to Karachi.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PKT" 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 Karachi 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 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.
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 Karachi and Anchorage
With a -13h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Anchorage opens at 9:00 AM AKDT, which is 8:00 PM in Karachi, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Karachi and Anchorage have no shared working hours because of the -13h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Karachi is 13 hours behind Anchorage (PKT UTC+05:00 → 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
Karachi
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 Karachi and Anchorage?
Karachi (PKT, UTC+05:00) is 13 hours behind Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -13h.
How do I convert Karachi time to Anchorage time?
Add -13h to Karachi local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Karachi is 8:00 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 -13h offset from Karachi.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from Karachi?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -13h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Karachi, which is 12:00 AM in Anchorage.
Which is behind, Karachi or Anchorage?
Karachi is 13 hours behind Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in Karachi it is 11:00 PM in Anchorage.
Do Karachi and Anchorage use different time zones?
Karachi (Pakistan) uses PKT at UTC+05:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Karachi and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the Karachi–Anchorage 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 Karachi's time zone?
PKT also covers Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar.
Which countries use PKT, Karachi's zone?
PKT is used in Pakistan.
Is there a day difference between Karachi and Anchorage?
Sometimes. The -13h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Karachi already falls on the in Anchorage.
What is the time difference between Karachi and Anchorage?
Anchorage is -13h from Karachi.
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 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 Karachi?
Standard business hours in Karachi are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT.
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 Karachi and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Karachi works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PKT and Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST (-13h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Karachi and Anchorage?
Karachi uses PKR (₨) while Anchorage uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Karachi and Anchorage compare in size?
Karachi has a population of approximately 14.9 million (metro: 16.5 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in Karachi and Anchorage?
Karachi is known for Quaid-e-Azam's Mausoleum, Mohatta Palace, Clifton Beach. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do Karachi and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. Karachi has the PSX (Pakistan Stock Exchange) and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The -13h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PKT (Pakistan Standard Time)?
PKT is used in Pakistan.
Does PKT observe daylight saving time?
No, PKT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+05:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about PKT?
Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time. Karachi is one of the world's most populous cities.
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 Karachi, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Karachi (PKT), it is -13h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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