AKST to SAST Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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AKST
Alaska Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
SAST
South Africa Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About AKST to SAST Conversion

Converting time between AKST and SAST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. AKST (AKST) operates at UTC-9, while SAST (SAST) is set to UTC+2. This means SAST is 11 hours ahead AKST. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 7:34 PM AKST on February 3, 2026, it's 6:34 AM SAST on February 4, 2026 in SAST. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in SAST for any time in AKST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from AKST

AKST to EST AKST to CST AKST to MST AKST to MDT AKST to PST AKST to HST AKST to GMT AKST to CET AKST to EET AKST to MSK AKST to IST AKST to JST AKST to CST-CHINA AKST to HKT AKST to SGT AKST to GST AKST to AEST AKST to AWST AKST to NZST AKST to UTC AKST to ART AKST to BRT AKST to PHT AKST to BDT AKST to KST AKST to ICT AKST to EAT AKST to WAT AKST to PKT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AKST and SAST?

The time difference between AKST and SAST is 11 hours. SAST is 11 hours ahead AKST.

Is SAST ahead of or behind AKST?

SAST is ahead of AKST by 11 hours. When it's 5 PM in AKST, it's 4:00 AM in SAST.

How many hours do you add to AKST to get SAST?

You add 11 hours to AKST to get SAST. For example, 5 PM AKST + 11 hours = 4:00 AM SAST.

Does the AKST to SAST time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). AKST observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 5 PM AKST in SAST?

5 PM AKST is 4:00 AM SAST. This conversion accounts for the 11-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is AKST the same throughout the year when converting to SAST?

No, the conversion between AKST and SAST can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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