Brooklyn to Chicago — Time Difference
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Time Difference: Brooklyn vs Chicago
Chicago is 1 hour behind Brooklyn. Brooklyn is in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4) and Chicago is in Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
Use the table below to find the equivalent Chicago time for any hour in Brooklyn. Click any row to see the full conversion page for that hour.
Business Hours — Brooklyn to Chicago
"Good" = both cities within business hours (9 AM–5 PM)
Full 24-Hour Table — Brooklyn to Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Brooklyn and Chicago?
Chicago is 1 hour behind Brooklyn. Brooklyn uses Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4) and Chicago uses Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
What time is it in Chicago when it is 9 AM in Brooklyn?
9 AM in Brooklyn (EDT) equals 8 AM in Chicago (CDT).
Is Brooklyn ahead or behind Chicago?
Chicago is 1 hour behind Brooklyn.
What is the best time to call from Brooklyn to Chicago?
The best time to call from Brooklyn to Chicago is between 10 AM–5 PM Brooklyn time, when Chicago is also within normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM).
Time Zones
Brooklyn
Eastern Daylight Time
EDT · UTC-4
Chicago
Central Daylight Time
CDT · UTC-5
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