Cologne to Chicago — Time Difference
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Time Difference: Cologne vs Chicago
Chicago is 7 hours behind Cologne. Cologne is in Central European Summer Time (GMT+2, UTC+2) and Chicago is in Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
Use the table below to find the equivalent Chicago time for any hour in Cologne. Click any row to see the full conversion page for that hour.
Business Hours — Cologne to Chicago
"Good" = both cities within business hours (9 AM–5 PM)
Full 24-Hour Table — Cologne to Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Cologne and Chicago?
Chicago is 7 hours behind Cologne. Cologne uses Central European Summer Time (GMT+2, UTC+2) and Chicago uses Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
What time is it in Chicago when it is 9 AM in Cologne?
9 AM in Cologne (GMT+2) equals 2 AM in Chicago (CDT).
Is Cologne ahead or behind Chicago?
Chicago is 7 hours behind Cologne.
What is the best time to call from Cologne to Chicago?
The best time to call from Cologne to Chicago is between 4 PM–5 PM Cologne time, when Chicago is also within normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM).
Time Zones
Cologne
Central European Summer Time
GMT+2 · UTC+2
Chicago
Central Daylight Time
CDT · UTC-5
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