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