Time difference between Chicago and Las Vegas

Las Vegas is 2 hours behind Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:44 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

United States · Pacific Daylight Time

12:44 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to Las Vegas time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Las Vegas?

Las Vegas is 2 hours behind Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and Las Vegas is on UTC−7.

What time is it in Las Vegas when it is 9 AM in Chicago?

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 7:00 AM in Las Vegas.

When is the best time to call Las Vegas from Chicago?

The best time to call or meet is 11:00 AM–6:00 PM in Chicago (9:00 AM–4:00 PM in Las Vegas), when both places are in normal office hours.

Does the time difference between Chicago and Las Vegas change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when Las Vegas will be 1 hour behind Chicago.

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