What is the time difference between Fairbanks and London?

London is 9 hours ahead of Fairbanks right now. During the year the gap varies between 8 hours and 9 hours, because the two cities change their clocks on different dates.

When is the next public holiday in Fairbanks?

Thanksgiving Day, on Thursday 26 November 2026.

When do working hours in Fairbanks overlap with New York and London?

New York's 09:00–17:00 overlaps Fairbanks's for 4 hours today (09:00–13:00 Fairbanks time); London's 09:00–17:00 does not overlap Fairbanks's working day.

Current Time in Fairbanks, United States — AKST

UTC-09:00Standard timeAmerica/Anchorage

Fairbanks, United States

10:06:00 PM

Saturday, November 14, 2026

Quick answer

The current time in Fairbanks, United States is 10:06 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Fairbanks is on standard time, AKST (UTC-09:00); clocks go forward on 14 March 2027.

Pronunciation

Fairbanks

Time zone and daylight saving time in Fairbanks

Time zone (IANA): America/Anchorage
Current offset: AKST (UTC-09:00)
Daylight saving: Standard time
Offsets in the next 12 months: UTC-09:00 and UTC-08:00

Next clock change: On Sunday 14 March 2027 at 02:00 local time, clocks go forward 1 hour to 03:00, from AKST (UTC-09:00) to AKDT (UTC-08:00).

Sun & twilight

Today

Sunrise

09:22 AM

Sunset

03:47 PM

Day length

6h 25m

Solar noon (sun highest): 12:35 PM

Daylight on the solstices

December solstice (December 21, 2026): 3h 41m
June solstice (June 21, 2027): 21h 50m

Time difference and working-hours overlap

Today's values; working day 09:00–17:00 in both places.

City	Local time	Difference	Their 09:00–17:00 in Fairbanks	Overlap with Fairbanks
Los Angeles	23:06	+1 h	08:00–16:00	7 h (09:00–16:00)
Chicago	01:06	+3 h	06:00–14:00	5 h (09:00–14:00)
New York	02:06	+4 h	05:00–13:00	4 h (09:00–13:00)
Toronto	02:06	+4 h	05:00–13:00	4 h (09:00–13:00)
London	07:06	+9 h	00:00–08:00	None
Tokyo	16:06	+18 h	15:00–23:00	2 h (15:00–17:00)

Upcoming public holidays in Fairbanks

In 12 days
Thanksgiving Day
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
Public
In 41 days
Christmas Day
Fri, Dec 25, 2026
Public
In 48 days
New Year's Day
Fri, Jan 1, 2027
Public

Airports near Fairbanks

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport ANC423 km straight-line
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport SEA2,458 km straight-line
Spokane International Airport GEG2,625 km straight-line

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Fairbanks observe daylight saving time?: Yes. On Sunday 14 March 2027 at 02:00 local time, clocks go forward 1 hour to 03:00, from AKST (UTC-09:00) to AKDT (UTC-08:00).
What is the time difference between Fairbanks and London?: London is 9 hours ahead of Fairbanks right now. During the year the gap varies between 8 hours and 9 hours, because the two cities change their clocks on different dates.
When is the next public holiday in Fairbanks?: Thanksgiving Day, on Thursday 26 November 2026.
When do working hours in Fairbanks overlap with New York and London?: New York's 09:00–17:00 overlaps Fairbanks's for 4 hours today (09:00–13:00 Fairbanks time); London's 09:00–17:00 does not overlap Fairbanks's working day.

Time in other cities, compared with Fairbanks

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