Gulf Standard Time to US Alaska Time
Convert times between Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC+4:00) and US Alaska Time (AKST, UTC-9:00). US Alaska Time is 13 hours behind Gulf Standard Time in standard time. During daylight saving time this difference changes to 12 hours.
UTC+4:00→UTC-9:00 / -8:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Standard Time | GST | UTC+4:00 | — | UAE / Oman |
| US Alaska Time | AKST / AKDT | UTC-9:00 | UTC-8:00 | United States |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (GST → AKST)
| Gulf Standard Time | US Alaska Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM GST | 11:00 AM (prev day) AKST |
| 6:00 AM GST | 5:00 PM (prev day) AKST |
| 9:00 AM GST | 8:00 PM (prev day) AKST |
| 12:00 PM GST | 11:00 PM (prev day) AKST |
| 3:00 PM GST | 2:00 AM AKST |
| 6:00 PM GST | 5:00 AM AKST |
| 9:00 PM GST | 8:00 AM AKST |
Summer (DST) Conversion (GST → AKDT)
| Gulf Standard Time (summer) | US Alaska Time (summer) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM GST | 12:00 PM (prev day) AKDT |
| 6:00 AM GST | 6:00 PM (prev day) AKDT |
| 9:00 AM GST | 9:00 PM (prev day) AKDT |
| 12:00 PM GST | 12:00 AM AKDT |
| 3:00 PM GST | 3:00 AM AKDT |
| 6:00 PM GST | 6:00 AM AKDT |
| 9:00 PM GST | 9:00 AM AKDT |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- US Alaska Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to AKDT (UTC-8:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
- The offset difference shifts between 13h (standard) and 12h (DST season). Always verify the current offset using the live converter below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert GST to AKST?
Add (-13) hours to the GST time to get AKST. For example, 9:00 AM GST = 8:00 PM AKST.
What is the current UTC offset for Gulf Standard Time?
Gulf Standard Time is always UTC+4:00 (GST) — it does not observe DST.
Is US Alaska Time ahead or behind Gulf Standard Time?
US Alaska Time is 13 hours behind Gulf Standard Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between GST and AKST?
Due to the 13-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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