Time difference between Riyadh and Chicago

Chicago is 8 hours behind Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia · Arabian Standard Time

10:41 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:41 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Riyadh to Chicago time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Riyadh and Chicago?

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

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

When it is 9:00 AM in Riyadh, it is 1:00 AM in Chicago.

When is the best time to call Chicago from Riyadh?

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

Does the time difference between Riyadh and Chicago change?

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

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