Chicago to Los Angeles Time Converter
Los Angeles, US is currently 2 hours behind Chicago, US. Chicago is on CDT (UTC-5) and Los Angeles is on PDT (UTC-7). The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Chicago, which is 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Chicago to Los Angeles
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
The difference between Chicago and Los Angeles is 2 hours for most of the year. Both places observe daylight saving, so the gap only wobbles for a week or two when their changeover dates do not line up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours behind is Los Angeles compared to Chicago?
Los Angeles is currently 2 hours behind Chicago. The difference between Chicago and Los Angeles is 2 hours for most of the year. Both places observe daylight saving, so the gap only wobbles for a week or two when their changeover dates do not line up.
What time is 9:00 AM in Chicago in Los Angeles?
9:00 AM in Chicago is 7:00 AM in Los Angeles.
What is the best time for a call between Chicago and Los Angeles?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Chicago, which is 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Los Angeles.