PKT to AKST
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PKTSOURCEAKST
AKSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PKT and AKST on the World Map
The map below highlights the PKT (Pakistan Standard Time) and AKST (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.
Time Conversion Guide: PKT to AKST
PKT runs on Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) at UTC+05:00. AKST runs on Alaska Standard Time (AKST) at UTC-09:00. That puts PKT 14 hours behind AKST — a difference of -14h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in PKT it is 7:00 PM in AKST on the previous day. Midnight in PKT is 10:00 AM in AKST. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
PKT to AKST time conversion table
| PKT (PKT) | AKST (AKST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 AM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 PM | previous day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert PKT to AKST time
- Scheduling a call from PKT to AKST: a 10:00 AM start in PKT lands at 8:00 PM in AKST the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -14h gap: PKT 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 7:00 PM in PKT.
- Watching a live event or market open: PKT viewers need 7:00 PM in AKST to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 2:00 PM if the event is anchored to PKT.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PKT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -14h gap is not.
- With a -14h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week PKT takes the early slot, the next week AKST does.
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 PKT and AKST
With a -14h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. AKST opens at 9:00 AM AKST, which is 7:00 PM in PKT, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
PKT and AKST have no shared working hours because of the -14h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
PKT is 14 hours behind AKST (PKT UTC+05:00 → 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
PKT
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 PKT and AKST?
PKT (PKT, UTC+05:00) is 14 hours behind AKST (AKST, UTC-09:00). The gap is currently -14h.
How do I convert PKT time to AKST time?
Add -14h to PKT local time. For example, 9:00 AM in PKT is 7:00 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 -14h offset from PKT.
What is the best time to call AKST from PKT?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -14h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in PKT, which is 11:00 PM in AKST.
Which is behind, PKT or AKST?
PKT is 14 hours behind AKST. When it is 12:00 PM in PKT it is 10:00 PM in AKST.
Does daylight saving time affect the PKT–AKST difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -14h offset between PKT and AKST is fixed all year.
Which other cities share PKT's time zone?
PKT also covers Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar.
Which countries use PKT, PKT's zone?
PKT is used in Pakistan.
Is there a day difference between PKT and AKST?
Sometimes. The -14h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in PKT already falls on the in AKST.
What is the time difference between PKT and AKST?
AKST is -14h from PKT.
What timezone is PKT in?
PKT operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is AKST in?
AKST operates on its local timezone.
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 PKT, what time is it in AKST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in PKT (PKT), it is -14h later in AKST (AKST).
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