AKST to CST Converter
Alaska Time
5:39:13 AM AKDT
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
16h
16h
China Time
9:39:13 PM CST
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
China Time (CST) is 16 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST / AKDT).
Quick Reference
- Alaska Time
- AKDT (GMT-8)
AKST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- China Time
- CST (GMT+8)
No Daylight Saving Time
Cities in AKST
Cities in CST
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between AKST and CST?
- CST is 16 hours ahead of AKST.
- How do I convert AKST to CST?
- To convert from AKST to CST, add 16 hours. Use the interactive converter on this page to convert specific times.
- What cities are in AKST and CST?
- Cities in AKST include Anchorage, Fairbanks. Cities in CST include Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, Tianjin.