AKST to NZST Converter
Alaska Time
11:25:18 PM AKDT
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
20h
20h
New Zealand Time
7:25:18 PM NZST
Thursday, May 14, 2026
New Zealand Time (NZST / NZDT) is 20 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST / AKDT).
Quick Reference
- Alaska Time
- AKDT (GMT-8)
AKST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- New Zealand Time
- NZST (GMT+12)
NZDT starts on Sep 26, 2026
Cities in AKST
Cities in NZST
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between AKST and NZST?
- NZST is 20 hours ahead of AKST.
- How do I convert AKST to NZST?
- To convert from AKST to NZST, add 20 hours. Use the interactive converter on this page to convert specific times.
- What cities are in AKST and NZST?
- Cities in AKST include Anchorage, Fairbanks. Cities in NZST include Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton.