Time difference between Chicago and São Paulo

São Paulo is 2 hours ahead of Chicago.

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:46 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Brazil · Brasilia Standard Time

4:46 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Chicago to São Paulo 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 São Paulo?

São Paulo is 2 hours ahead of Chicago. Chicago is on UTC−5 and São Paulo is on UTC−3.

What time is it in São Paulo when it is 9 AM in Chicago?

When it is 9:00 AM in Chicago, it is 11:00 AM in São Paulo.

When is the best time to call São Paulo from Chicago?

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

Does the time difference between Chicago and São Paulo change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, November 1, 2026, when São Paulo will be 3 hours ahead of Chicago.

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