CST to AKST time converter
Alaska Time (AKST) is 3 hours behind Central Time (CST) all year round. Use the grid below to line up Chicago and Anchorage: 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 04:43 CDT in Chicago and 01:43 AKDT in Anchorage.
Tue, Oct 20
Chicago home
04:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-5
Anchorage
01:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-8
2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.
CST to AKST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between CST and AKST?
Alaska Time (AKST) is 3 hours behind Central Time (CST) all year round.
What time is 9 AM CST in AKST?
9:00 AM CST is 6:00 AM AKST.
When do working hours overlap between Chicago and Anchorage?
Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM CST (9:00 AM to 2:00 PM AKST).