Phoenix to Chicago Time Converter
Chicago, US is currently 2 hours ahead of Phoenix, US. Phoenix is on MST (UTC-7) and Chicago is on CDT (UTC-5). 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 3:00 PM in Phoenix, which is 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Phoenix to Chicago
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 Phoenix and Chicago 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 ahead is Chicago compared to Phoenix?
Chicago is currently 2 hours ahead of Phoenix. The difference between Phoenix and Chicago 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 Phoenix in Chicago?
9:00 AM in Phoenix is 11:00 AM in Chicago.
What is the best time for a call between Phoenix and Chicago?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM in Phoenix, which is 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Chicago.