Chicago to Dhaka Time Converter
Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago right now. 9:00 AM in Chicago is 9:00 PM in Dhaka.
Time now: Chicago and Dhaka
Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 11 hours at some times of the year and 12 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Chicago and Dhaka are about 12,722 km (7,905 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00) and Dhaka is on UTC+06:00 (UTC+06:00).
Chicago to Dhaka conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Chicago | Dhaka |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 1:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 2:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 3:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| 4:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 1:00 PM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 2:00 PM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 4:00 PM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 7:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 8:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 10:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 11:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Chicago and Dhaka
There is no overlap between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places.
If both sides can be flexible (7 AM – 10 PM):
- 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM Chicago = 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dhaka
- 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Chicago = 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM Dhaka
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between Chicago and Dhaka change?
Yes. Right now Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Dhaka is 11 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 12 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 11 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM (next day) in Dhaka.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Dhaka is 9:00 PM (previous day) to 6:00 AM in Chicago.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and Dhaka?
Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 11 hours at some times of the year and 12 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Chicago to Dhaka?
Add 12 hours to the Chicago time to get the Dhaka time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Chicago is 9:00 PM in Dhaka. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Dhaka?
It is 6:19 AM in Dhaka on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 6:19 PM in Chicago.
Does the time difference between Chicago and Dhaka change during the year?
Yes. Right now Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Dhaka is 11 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 12 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Dhaka is 12 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 11 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Chicago and Dhaka?
The two places have no shared working hours (9 AM – 6 PM). The nearest option is 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM Chicago = 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Dhaka.