Time difference between Chicago and London

London is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:43 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

United Kingdom · British Summer Time

8:43 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to London 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 London?

London is 6 hours ahead of Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and London is on UTC+1.

What time is it in London when it is 9 AM in Chicago?

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 3:00 PM in London.

When is the best time to call London from Chicago?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–12:00 PM in Chicago (3:00 PM–6:00 PM in London), when both places are in normal office hours.

Does the time difference between Chicago and London change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Saturday, October 24, 2026, when London will be 5 hours ahead of Chicago.

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