AKST to MST Time Converter

Alaska Standard Time → Mountain Standard Time

AKST

UTC-9

Alaska Standard Time

offset
+2h
MST is 2h ahead

MST

UTC-7

Mountain Standard Time

Both AKST and MST observe DST — offset may shift ±1h during transitions

Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is 2 hours ahead Mountain Standard Time (MST). When it is noon in AKST, it is 2 PM in MST. This offset may change during Daylight Saving Time transitions.

Best Meeting Times — AKST & MST

Recommended windows where both AKST and MST participants are within working hours (8 AM–6 PM).

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8 AM
10 AM
Best
9 AM
11 AM
Best
10 AM
12 PM
Best
11 AM
1 PM
Best
12 PM
2 PM
Best

Tip: When scheduling between AKST and MST, aim for the “Best” windows above. These times keep both parties within normal working hours, avoiding early-morning or late-evening fatigue. Note that both time zones observe Daylight Saving Time — the offset may shift ±1 hour around transition dates.

Frequently Asked Questions — AKST to MST

Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is 2 hours ahead of Mountain Standard Time (MST). AKST is UTC-9 and MST is UTC-7. This offset may shift by ±1 hour during Daylight Saving Time transitions.