EST to AKST time converter
Alaska Time (AKST) is 4 hours behind Eastern Time (EST) all year round. Use the grid below to line up New York 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 05:43 EDT in New York and 01:43 AKDT in Anchorage.
Tue, Oct 20
New York home
05:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-4
Anchorage
01:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-8
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EST to AKST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between EST and AKST?
Alaska Time (AKST) is 4 hours behind Eastern Time (EST) all year round.
What time is 9 AM EST in AKST?
9:00 AM EST is 5:00 AM AKST.
When do working hours overlap between New York and Anchorage?
Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM EST (9:00 AM to 1:00 PM AKST).