Chicago to Lagos Time Converter
Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago right now. 9:00 AM in Chicago is 4:00 PM in Lagos.
Time now: Chicago and Lagos
Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 6 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Chicago and Lagos are about 9,616 km (5,975 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00) and Lagos is on WAT (UTC+01:00).
Chicago to Lagos conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Chicago | Lagos |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Chicago and Lagos
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago = 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Lagos
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 Lagos change?
Yes. Right now Lagos is 7 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. Lagos is 6 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 7 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 6 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM (next day) in Lagos.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Lagos is 2:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Chicago.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and Lagos?
Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 6 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Chicago to Lagos?
Add 7 hours to the Chicago time to get the Lagos time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Chicago is 4:00 PM in Lagos. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Lagos?
It is 2:09 AM in Lagos on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 7:09 PM in Chicago.
Does the time difference between Chicago and Lagos change during the year?
Yes. Right now Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Lagos is 6 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 7 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Lagos is 7 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 6 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Chicago and Lagos?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago = 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Lagos. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.