Los Angeles to Chicago — Time Difference
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Time Difference: Los Angeles vs Chicago
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Los Angeles is in Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-7) and Chicago is in Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
Use the table below to find the equivalent Chicago time for any hour in Los Angeles. Click any row to see the full conversion page for that hour.
Business Hours — Los Angeles to Chicago
"Good" = both cities within business hours (9 AM–5 PM)
Full 24-Hour Table — Los Angeles to Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Chicago?
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Los Angeles uses Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-7) and Chicago uses Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5).
What time is it in Chicago when it is 9 AM in Los Angeles?
9 AM in Los Angeles (PDT) equals 11 AM in Chicago (CDT).
Is Los Angeles ahead or behind Chicago?
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The best time to call from Los Angeles to Chicago is between 9 AM–3 PM Los Angeles time, when Chicago is also within normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM).
Time Zones
Los Angeles
Pacific Daylight Time
PDT · UTC-7
Chicago
Central Daylight Time
CDT · UTC-5
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