Chicago to Toronto Time Converter
Toronto, Canada is currently 1 hour ahead of Chicago, US. Chicago is on CDT (UTC-5) and Toronto is on EDT (UTC-4). 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 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM in Chicago, which is 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Toronto.
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Hour by Hour: Chicago to Toronto
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 Toronto is 1 hour 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 ahead is Toronto compared to Chicago?
Toronto is currently 1 hour ahead of Chicago. The difference between Chicago and Toronto is 1 hour 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 Toronto?
9:00 AM in Chicago is 10:00 AM in Toronto.
What is the best time for a call between Chicago and Toronto?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM in Chicago, which is 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Toronto.