Chicago to Phoenix Time Converter
Phoenix, US is currently 2 hours behind Chicago, US. Chicago is on CDT (UTC-5) and Phoenix is on MST (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 Phoenix.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Chicago to Phoenix
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 Phoenix is not fixed. It is 1 hour in January and 2 hours 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 Phoenix compared to Chicago?
Phoenix is currently 2 hours behind Chicago. The difference between Chicago and Phoenix is not fixed. It is 1 hour in January and 2 hours 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 Phoenix?
9:00 AM in Chicago is 7:00 AM in Phoenix.
What is the best time for a call between Chicago and Phoenix?
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 Phoenix.