Time difference between Chicago and Riyadh

Riyadh is 8 hours ahead of Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:41 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Saudi Arabia · Arabian Standard Time

10:41 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to Riyadh 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 Riyadh?

Riyadh is 8 hours ahead of Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and Riyadh is on UTC+3.

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

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 5:00 PM in Riyadh.

When is the best time to call Riyadh from Chicago?

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

Does the time difference between Chicago and Riyadh change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when Riyadh will be 9 hours ahead of Chicago.

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