AKST to CST time converter
Central Time (CST) is 3 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST) all year round. Use the grid below to line up Anchorage and Chicago: drag the cursor across the day, and working hours (9 AM–5 PM) are highlighted in every row so you can spot a slot that suits both sides.
Right now it is 01:43 AKDT in Anchorage and 04:43 CDT in Chicago.
Tue, Oct 20
Anchorage home
01:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-8
Chicago
04:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-5
2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.
AKST to CST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between AKST and CST?
Central Time (CST) is 3 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST) all year round.
What time is 9 AM AKST in CST?
9:00 AM AKST is 12:00 PM CST.
When do working hours overlap between Anchorage and Chicago?
Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM AKST (12:00 PM to 5:00 PM CST).