Lisbon to Anchorage
-9hLisbon
WESTSOURCEAnchorage
AKDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
WEST and AKDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the WEST (Western European Time) and AKDT (Alaska Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
WET – Western European Time
UTC+00:00Western European Time (WET) is the time zone for Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, same as UTC+00:00.
- •Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone.
- •The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
- •WET is identical to GMT and UTC+00:00.
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 Lisbon
WikipediaLisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
Lisbon has 300 days of sunshine per year and is a major startup hub in Europe.
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.
Lisbon to Anchorage Time Difference – Complete Guide
Lisbon runs on Western European Summer Time (WEST) at UTC+01:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Anchorage runs on Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Lisbon 9 hours behind Anchorage — a difference of -9h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Lisbon it is 12:00 AM in Anchorage. Midnight in Lisbon is 3:00 PM in Anchorage. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
Lisbon to Anchorage time conversion table
| Lisbon (WEST) | Anchorage (AKDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Lisbon to Anchorage time
- Scheduling a call from Lisbon to Anchorage: a 10:00 AM start in Lisbon lands at 1:00 AM in Anchorage, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -9h gap: Lisbon 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 12:00 AM in Lisbon.
- Coordinating a Lisbon-based team with Anchorage contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM WEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -9h gap is not.
- With a -9h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Lisbon takes the early slot, the next week Anchorage does.
- Lisbon: Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -9h gap.
- Anchorage: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About WET (Western European Time)
Western European Time (WET) is used in Portugal, the Canary Islands (Spain), Morocco, and several other locations. It is equivalent to GMT/UTC. During summer, Portugal and the Canary Islands switch to WEST (Western European Summer Time, UTC+01:00).
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 Lisbon and Anchorage
With a -9h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Anchorage opens at 9:00 AM AKDT, which is 12:00 AM in Lisbon, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Lisbon and Anchorage have no shared working hours because of the -9h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Lisbon is 9 hours behind Anchorage (WEST UTC+01:00 → 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
Lisbon
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+00:00 · DST: UTC+01:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
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 Lisbon and Anchorage?
Lisbon (WEST, UTC+01:00) is 9 hours behind Anchorage (AKDT, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -9h.
How do I convert Lisbon time to Anchorage time?
Add -9h to Lisbon local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Lisbon is 12:00 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 -9h offset from Lisbon.
What is the best time to call Anchorage from Lisbon?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -9h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Lisbon, which is 4:00 AM in Anchorage.
Which is behind, Lisbon or Anchorage?
Lisbon is 9 hours behind Anchorage. When it is 12:00 PM in Lisbon it is 3:00 AM in Anchorage.
Do Lisbon and Anchorage use different time zones?
Lisbon (Portugal) uses WEST at UTC+01:00, while Anchorage (USA) uses AKDT at UTC-08:00. The IANA identifiers are Europe/Lisbon and America/Anchorage.
Does daylight saving time affect the Lisbon–Anchorage difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at -9h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share Lisbon's time zone?
WEST also covers Lisbon, Porto, Casablanca, Las Palmas, Funchal, Rabat.
Which countries use WEST, Lisbon's zone?
WEST is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Is there a day difference between Lisbon and Anchorage?
Not normally. The -9h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Lisbon and Anchorage?
Anchorage is -9h from Lisbon.
What timezone is Lisbon in?
Lisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
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 Lisbon?
Standard business hours in Lisbon are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET.
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 Lisbon and Anchorage?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Lisbon works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET and Anchorage works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKST (-9h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Lisbon and Anchorage?
Lisbon uses EUR (€) while Anchorage uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Lisbon and Anchorage compare in size?
Lisbon has a population of approximately 545,000 (metro: 2.9 million), while Anchorage has approximately 287,000 (metro: 398,000).
What are the major landmarks in Lisbon and Anchorage?
Lisbon is known for Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle. Anchorage is famous for Anchorage Museum, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Flattop Mountain.
Do Lisbon and Anchorage have stock exchanges?
Yes. Lisbon has the Euronext Lisbon and Anchorage has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ). The -9h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use WET (Western European Time)?
WET is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Does WET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, WET switches to WEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about WET?
Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone. The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
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 Lisbon, what time is it in Anchorage?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Lisbon (WET), it is -9h later in Anchorage (AKST).
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