AKST to Philippine Time (PHT) Converter
PHT is 17 hours ahead of AKST. 9:00 AM AKST = 2:00 AM PHT (next day).
PHT is 17 hours ahead of AKST at the moment. To convert AKST to Philippine Time (PHT), add 17 hours to the AKST time: 9:00 AM AKST = 2:00 AM PHT (next day).
AKST (Alaska Time) is used in Most of Alaska (Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau). Philippine Time (PHT) (Philippine Time) is used in Philippines (Manila, Cebu, Davao).
AKST to Philippine Time (PHT) time conversion table
AKST to Philippine Time (PHT) on 6 Nov 2026. Today's date. Highlighted rows are 9 AM–5 PM in both places.
| AKST | Philippine Time (PHT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM AKST | 5:00 PM PHT | — |
| 1:00 AM AKST | 6:00 PM PHT | — |
| 2:00 AM AKST | 7:00 PM PHT | — |
| 3:00 AM AKST | 8:00 PM PHT | — |
| 4:00 AM AKST | 9:00 PM PHT | — |
| 5:00 AM AKST | 10:00 PM PHT | night |
| 6:00 AM AKST | 11:00 PM PHT | night |
| 7:00 AM AKST | 12:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 8:00 AM AKST | 1:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 9:00 AM AKST | 2:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 10:00 AM AKST | 3:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 11:00 AM AKST | 4:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 12:00 PM AKST | 5:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 1:00 PM AKST | 6:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 2:00 PM AKST | 7:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 3:00 PM AKST | 8:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 4:00 PM AKST | 9:00 AM PHT | work hours |
| 5:00 PM AKST | 10:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 6:00 PM AKST | 11:00 AM PHT | next day |
| 7:00 PM AKST | 12:00 PM PHT | next day |
| 8:00 PM AKST | 1:00 PM PHT | next day |
| 9:00 PM AKST | 2:00 PM PHT | next day |
| 10:00 PM AKST | 3:00 PM PHT | next day |
| 11:00 PM AKST | 4:00 PM PHT | next day |
- Work rows — 9 AM–5 PM in both places
- Night in the destination (10 PM–6 AM)
How to convert AKST to Philippine Time (PHT)
Add 17 hours to the AKST time to get Philippine Time (PHT).
Example: 9:00 AM AKST = 2:00 AM PHT (next day).
Across midnight: 10:00 PM AKST = 3:00 PM PHT (next day). The date changes, so always check the day as well as the hour.
Time difference between AKST and Philippine Time (PHT)
The time difference between AKST and Philippine Time (PHT) is not the same all year, because the two sides change for daylight saving time on different dates. In 2026 it works out like this:
- 31 Dec 2025 – 7 Mar 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 17 hours ahead of AKST.
- 8 Mar 2026 – 31 Oct 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 16 hours ahead of AKST.
- 1 Nov 2026 – 30 Dec 2026: Philippine Time (PHT) is 17 hours ahead of AKST.
AKST and Philippine Time (PHT) during daylight saving time
- AKST next changes on 14 Mar 2027: clocks go forward one hour at 01:59 local time, from AKST (UTC−9) to AKDT (UTC−8).
- Philippine Time (PHT) does not observe daylight saving time; it stays on UTC+8 all year.
Best time for a meeting between AKST and Philippine Time (PHT)
AKST and Philippine Time (PHT) have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 2:00 PM AKST, which is 7:00 AM PHT.
AKST to Philippine Time (PHT) FAQ
What is the time difference between AKST and Philippine Time (PHT)?
Right now PHT is 17 hours ahead of AKST. The gap changes 3 times in 2026 because the two sides switch to daylight saving time on different dates.
What is 9 AM AKST in Philippine Time (PHT)?
9:00 AM AKST is 2:00 AM PHT (next day).
What is 12 PM (noon) AKST in Philippine Time (PHT)?
12:00 PM AKST is 5:00 AM PHT (next day).
Is Philippine Time (PHT) ahead of or behind AKST?
PHT is 17 hours ahead of AKST, so it is later in Philippine Time (PHT) than in AKST.
Does AKST change for daylight saving time?
Yes. AKST next changes on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from AKST to AKDT.
Does Philippine Time (PHT) change for daylight saving time?
No. Philippine Time (PHT) stays on the same offset all year, so conversions never shift for daylight saving time.
What is the best time for a meeting between AKST and Philippine Time (PHT)?
AKST and Philippine Time (PHT) have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 2:00 PM AKST, which is 7:00 AM PHT.
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Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.