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