Chicago to Mexico City Time Converter
Mexico City, Mexico is currently 1 hour behind Chicago, US. Chicago is on CDT (UTC-5) and Mexico City is on CST (UTC-6). 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 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Chicago, which is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Mexico City.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Chicago to Mexico City
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 Mexico City is not fixed. It is 0 hours in January and 1 hour in July, because the two places handle daylight saving differently. This page always reflects the current offsets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours behind is Mexico City compared to Chicago?
Mexico City is currently 1 hour behind Chicago. The difference between Chicago and Mexico City is not fixed. It is 0 hours in January and 1 hour in July, because the two places handle daylight saving differently. This page always reflects the current offsets.
What time is 9:00 AM in Chicago in Mexico City?
9:00 AM in Chicago is 8:00 AM in Mexico City.
What is the best time for a call between Chicago and Mexico City?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM in Chicago, which is 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Mexico City.