AKST to PST Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters

- June 19, 2025

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Alaska Standard Time (AKST)

UTC-9 • Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau

Conversion Settings

Configure your timezone conversion preferences

Auto Convert

Daylight Saving Aware

Show UTC Offset

Pacific Standard Time (PST/PDT)

UTC-8/-7 • Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver

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Select a time to convert

Time Difference: --

UTC Offset (AKST): -09:00

UTC Offset (PST): -08:00

DST Status: --

AKST Time: --

PST/PDT Time: --

Time Format:

Current AKST/AKDT: --:--:--

Current PST/PDT: --:--:--

🏔️ AKST is UTC-9 and changes to AKDT (UTC-8) during daylight saving. PST is UTC-8 and changes to PDT (UTC-7) during daylight saving time.

AKST to PST Conversion Guide

What is AKST to PST Conversion?

AKST to PST conversion helps you translate time between Alaska Standard Time and Pacific Standard Time zones. AKST is UTC-9 and changes to AKDT (UTC-8) during daylight saving time. PST is UTC-8 and changes to PDT (UTC-7) during daylight saving time. Both zones observe the same daylight saving schedule.

Time Zone Information

Alaska Standard Time (AKST): Used throughout most of Alaska including Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau. UTC-9 in winter, becomes AKDT (UTC-8) during daylight saving.

Pacific Standard Time (PST): Used in Western US and Canada including Los Angeles, Seattle, and Vancouver. UTC-8 in winter, becomes PDT (UTC-7) during daylight saving.

Time Difference: AKST is typically 1 hour behind PST year-round, as both zones observe the same daylight saving schedule.

Daylight Saving Time Impact

Winter Period (Standard Time): November to March - AKST (UTC-9) is 1 hour behind PST (UTC-8)

Summer Period (Daylight Time): March to November - AKDT (UTC-8) is 1 hour behind PDT (UTC-7)

DST Schedule: Both zones change on the same dates - second Sunday in March and first Sunday in November

Common Conversion Examples

Business Hours (Winter)

AKST 9:00 AM → PST 10:00 AM

AKST 5:00 PM → PST 6:00 PM

1 hour time difference during standard time

Business Hours (Summer)

AKDT 9:00 AM → PDT 10:00 AM

AKDT 5:00 PM → PDT 6:00 PM

1 hour time difference during daylight time

Meeting Planning

Best AKST Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Converts to PST: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Optimal overlap for West Coast business

Event Scheduling

AKST 12:00 PM: 1:00 PM PST

AKST 8:00 PM: 9:00 PM PST

Consistent 1-hour difference year-round

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• AKST is always 1 hour behind PST throughout the year due to synchronized DST schedules

• Both time zones change to/from daylight saving time on the same dates

• Business meetings work well during AKST business hours (9 AM - 5 PM) for PST coordination

• Alaska covers a vast longitude but most populated areas use the same time zone

• Use 24-hour format to avoid AM/PM confusion when scheduling across time zones

• Western Aleutian Islands use Hawaii-Aleutian Time, not Alaska Time

Convert Between Alaska and Pacific Time

Why this tool exists (and why you’ll actually use it)

If you've ever found yourself second-guessing whether Alaska is one or two hours behind California—or wondered what happens when daylight saving kicks in - this calculator is built for you. It helps you quickly and accurately convert time between Alaska Standard Time (AKST/AKDT) and Pacific Time (PST/PDT), all while adjusting automatically for seasonal shifts.

Setting up your conversion in a few clicks

Pick your starting point

The left side of the converter is your starting time zone. By default, it's set to Alaska, but you can switch it to Pacific using the dropdown or the “Swap” button. Enter the date and time you’re working with—say, a meeting on June 22 at 2:00 PM.

Review or tweak your settings

In the “Conversion Settings” section, you’ll find three checkboxes:

Auto Convert: The tool instantly updates the result as you adjust the date or time—no extra clicking needed.
Daylight Saving Aware: Keeps conversions accurate even when clocks spring forward or fall back.
Show UTC Offset: Adds clarity by showing exact offsets like -9:00 or -7:00.

Hit “Convert” (if needed)

If you left “Auto Convert” off, tap the Convert button to get your result. Otherwise, the calculation happens as soon as you adjust your input.

What you’ll see after converting

The right side of the calculator updates with your converted time. You’ll see:

Exact time and date in the destination zone
Time difference between the two zones (usually 1 hour)
Whether daylight saving is active in either location
Formatted results showing full time/date for both sides

It's a quick snapshot of everything you need to double-check scheduling without flipping between calendars.

Extra controls that make things easier

Live clock and time format

Want to see what time it is *right now* in both zones? The bottom info panel shows live clocks that update every second. You can also toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats - handy if you’re scheduling across teams or just prefer military time.

Quick actions that save time

Swap: Flips your source and target time zones instantly
Now: Sets the current time in your selected input zone
Reset: Clears everything and returns to the default state

Keyboard shortcuts

This one’s for the power users: the calculator supports shortcuts like Enter to convert, S to swap zones, N for now, R to reset, and F to switch time formats. No need to lift your fingers off the keyboard.

Answers to things people often ask

Is the one-hour difference always accurate?

Yes, because both Alaska and Pacific time zones observe daylight saving time on the same schedule. Whether it’s winter or summer, there’s a one-hour gap between them.

Does the calculator account for daylight saving shifts?

It does, if you leave the “Daylight Saving Aware” option checked (which it is by default). This keeps everything in sync with real-world changes—even if you're working with future or past dates.

Why are there options to show UTC offsets?

Not everyone thinks in time zones. Showing offsets like UTC-9 or UTC-8 helps when you're coordinating across regions, or if you're working with software that uses UTC as a baseline.

What happens if I don’t input anything?

The display stays in placeholder mode until you enter a date and time. Hitting “Now” gives you a starting point based on the current time in your selected zone.

Keeping your calendar sane from Anchorage to L.A.

Whether you're planning meetings across states or just trying to call a friend without waking them up early, this AKST to PST converter cuts out the uncertainty. It’s clean, fast, and built to reflect real-world rules like daylight saving. Next time you're juggling Alaska and Pacific times, you'll know exactly what to expect—no mental math required.