Honolulu to Anchorage
+2hHonolulu
HSTSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
HST and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the HST (Hawaii Standard Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
HST – Hawaii Standard Time
UTC-10:00Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is the time zone for the Hawaiian Islands, 10 hours behind UTC.
- •Hawaii does not observe daylight saving time.
- •HST is 5 hours behind EST in winter and 6 hours behind EDT in summer.
- •Hawaii is one of only two US states that don't observe DST (the other is Arizona).
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 Honolulu
WikipediaHonolulu operates on Hawaii Standard Time (HST), UTC-10 with no daylight saving. Hawaii's consistent time makes it a predictable connection between Asia and mainland USA.
Pearl Harbor memorial receives over 2 million visitors annually.
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.
Honolulu vs Anchorage: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Honolulu runs on Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) at UTC-10:00. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Honolulu 2 hours ahead of Anchorage — a difference of +2h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Honolulu it is 11:00 AM in Anchorage. Midnight in Honolulu is 2:00 AM in Anchorage.Anchorage observes daylight saving time while Honolulu does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Honolulu to Anchorage time conversion table
| Honolulu (HST) | Anchorage (AKDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Honolulu to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from Honolulu to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in Honolulu lands at 12:00 PM in Anchorage, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Honolulu and Anchorage are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM HST time (11:00 AM–5:00 PM AKDT). That is roughly 6 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Honolulu viewers need 11:00 AM in Anchorage to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 10:00 PM if the event is anchored to Honolulu.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM HST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +2h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–3:00 PM HST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Honolulu and need Anchorage colleagues present.
- Anchorage: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About HST (Hawaii Standard Time)
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is used in the state of Hawaii and does not observe daylight saving time. This makes HST one of the most consistent time zones in the US. The Hawaiian Islands are among the last places on Earth to see a new calendar day.
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 Honolulu and Anchorage
Both Honolulu and Anchorage sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–3:00 PM HST, which is 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AKDT. That gives roughly 6 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Honolulu and Anchorage share 6 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–3:00 PM HST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Honolulu is 2 hours ahead of Anchorage (HST UTC-10:00 → AKDT UTC-08:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–3:00 PM HST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Honolulu
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 Honolulu and Anchorage?
Honolulu (HST, UTC-10:00) is 2 hours ahead of Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently +2h.
How do I convert Honolulu time to Anchorage time?
Add +2h to Honolulu local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Honolulu is 11:00 AM in Anchorage.
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 +2h offset from Honolulu.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from Honolulu?
Call between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM HST — that maps to 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AKDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Honolulu or Anchorage?
Honolulu is 2 hours ahead of Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in Honolulu it is 2:00 PM in Anchorage.
Do Honolulu and Anchorage use different time zones?
Honolulu (USA) uses HST at UTC-10:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are Pacific/Honolulu and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the Honolulu–Anchorage difference?
Yes at the moment: Anchorage is on daylight saving time and Honolulu is not, so the +2h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Honolulu's time zone?
HST also covers Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua, Pearl City, Kapolei.
Which countries use HST, Honolulu's zone?
HST is used in United States (Hawaii).
Is there a day difference between Honolulu and Anchorage?
Not normally. The +2h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Honolulu and Anchorage?
Anchorage is +2h from Honolulu.
What timezone is Honolulu in?
Honolulu operates on Hawaii Standard Time (HST), UTC-10 with no daylight saving. Hawaii's consistent time makes it a predictable connection between Asia and mainland USA.
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 Honolulu?
Standard business hours in Honolulu are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM HST.
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 Honolulu and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Honolulu works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM HST and Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST (+2h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
How do Honolulu and Anchorage compare in size?
Honolulu has a population of approximately 350,000 (metro: 1 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in Honolulu and Anchorage?
Honolulu is known for Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do Honolulu and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. Honolulu has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The +2h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use HST (Hawaii Standard Time)?
HST is used in United States (Hawaii).
Does HST observe daylight saving time?
No, HST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC-10:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about HST?
Hawaii does not observe daylight saving time. HST is 5 hours behind EST in winter and 6 hours behind EDT in summer.
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 Honolulu, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Honolulu (HST), it is +2h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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