Time difference between Chicago and Melbourne

Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

3:29 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Australia · Australian Eastern Daylight Time

7:29 PM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

Melbourne is 16 hours ahead of Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and Melbourne is on UTC+11.

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

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 1:00 AM the next day in Melbourne.

When is the best time to call Melbourne from Chicago?

The best time to call or meet is 5:00 PM–6:00 PM in Chicago (9:00 AM–10:00 AM in Melbourne), when both places are in normal office hours.

Does the time difference between Chicago and Melbourne change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when Melbourne will be 17 hours ahead of Chicago.

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