Time difference between Chicago and Rome

Rome is 7 hours ahead of Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

3:29 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Italy · Central European Summer Time

10:29 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to Rome 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 Rome?

Rome is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and Rome is on UTC+2.

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

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 4:00 PM in Rome.

When is the best time to call Rome from Chicago?

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

Does the time difference between Chicago and Rome change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Saturday, October 24, 2026, when Rome will be 6 hours ahead of Chicago.

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