Time Difference: Anchorage vs Sydney
Sydney is 19 hours ahead of Anchorage.
Quick Reference
- Anchorage
- AKDT (GMT-8)
AKST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Sydney
- AEDT (GMT+11)
AEST starts on Apr 4, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Anchorage and Sydney?
- Sydney is 19 hours ahead of Anchorage.
- When is the best time to call from Anchorage to Sydney?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Anchorage uses AKDT and Sydney uses AEDT.