Convert Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Alaska Standard Time (AKST) instantly. Free, fast and accurate time zone converter with real-time updates.
| EST Time | AKST Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 8:00 PM AKST |
| 12:30 AM EST | 8:30 PM AKST |
| 1:00 AM EST | 9:00 PM AKST |
| 1:30 AM EST | 9:30 PM AKST |
| 2:00 AM EST | 10:00 PM AKST |
| 2:30 AM EST | 10:30 PM AKST |
| 3:00 AM EST | 11:00 PM AKST |
| 3:30 AM EST | 11:30 PM AKST |
| 4:00 AM EST | 12:00 AM AKST |
| 4:30 AM EST | 12:30 AM AKST |
| 5:00 AM EST | 1:00 AM AKST |
| 5:30 AM EST | 1:30 AM AKST |
| 6:00 AM EST | 2:00 AM AKST |
| 6:30 AM EST | 2:30 AM AKST |
| 7:00 AM EST | 3:00 AM AKST |
| 7:30 AM EST | 3:30 AM AKST |
| 8:00 AM EST | 4:00 AM AKST |
| 8:30 AM EST | 4:30 AM AKST |
| 9:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM AKST |
| 9:30 AM EST | 5:30 AM AKST |
| 10:00 AM EST | 6:00 AM AKST |
| 10:30 AM EST | 6:30 AM AKST |
| 11:00 AM EST | 7:00 AM AKST |
| 11:30 AM EST | 7:30 AM AKST |
| 12:00 PM EST | 8:00 AM AKST |
| 12:30 PM EST | 8:30 AM AKST |
| 1:00 PM EST | 9:00 AM AKST |
| 1:30 PM EST | 9:30 AM AKST |
| 2:00 PM EST | 10:00 AM AKST |
| 2:30 PM EST | 10:30 AM AKST |
| 3:00 PM EST | 11:00 AM AKST |
| 3:30 PM EST | 11:30 AM AKST |
| 4:00 PM EST | 12:00 PM AKST |
| 4:30 PM EST | 12:30 PM AKST |
| 5:00 PM EST | 1:00 PM AKST |
| 5:30 PM EST | 1:30 PM AKST |
| 6:00 PM EST | 2:00 PM AKST |
| 6:30 PM EST | 2:30 PM AKST |
| 7:00 PM EST | 3:00 PM AKST |
| 7:30 PM EST | 3:30 PM AKST |
| 8:00 PM EST | 4:00 PM AKST |
| 8:30 PM EST | 4:30 PM AKST |
| 9:00 PM EST | 5:00 PM AKST |
| 9:30 PM EST | 5:30 PM AKST |
| 10:00 PM EST | 6:00 PM AKST |
| 10:30 PM EST | 6:30 PM AKST |
| 11:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM AKST |
| 11:30 PM EST | 7:30 PM AKST |
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is 4 hours behind Eastern Standard Time (EST). When converting from EST to AKST, you need to subtract 4 hours to get the correct time.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Eastern Standard Time, it's 8:00 AM in Alaska Standard Time. This is because AKST is 4 hours behind EST.
When it's 12:00 AM (midnight) in Eastern Standard Time, it's 8:00 PM in Alaska Standard Time.
Eastern Standard Time (EST) has a UTC offset of -5:00, while Alaska Standard Time (AKST) has a UTC offset of -9:00.
Simply subtract 4 hours to the EST time. For example, 3:00 PM EST becomes 11:00 AM AKST.
The best time depends on both parties' schedules. A common overlap during business hours (9 AM - 5 PM) would be when it's late afternoon in EST. Use our converter to find the perfect time.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) observance varies by region. Some areas within Eastern Standard Time and Alaska Standard Time zones may observe DST, which can temporarily change the time difference by 1 hour.
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is used by various countries and regions around the world. The UTC offset of -5:00 is shared by multiple time zones.
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is used by various countries and regions around the world. With a UTC offset of -9:00, this time zone covers multiple geographic areas.
Yes! Remember that AKST is always 4 hours behind EST. If it's noon in EST, it's 8:00 AM in AKST. Bookmark this page for quick reference!
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