Chicago to Mexico City Time Converter
Mexico City is at the same time as Chicago right now. 9:00 AM in Chicago is 9:00 AM in Mexico City.
Time now: Chicago and Mexico City
Mexico City and Chicago show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 0 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Chicago and Mexico City are about 2,718 km (1,689 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00) and Mexico City is on CST (UTC-06:00).
Chicago to Mexico City conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Chicago | Mexico City |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
Best time to meet between Chicago and Mexico City
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Chicago = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Mexico City
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 Mexico City change?
Yes. Right now Mexico City has the same time as Chicago. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago from then (it was zero before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Mexico City has the same time as Chicago from then (it was 1 hour before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Mexico City is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Chicago.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and Mexico City?
Mexico City and Chicago show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 0 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Chicago to Mexico City?
The times are the same. 9:00 AM in Chicago is 9:00 AM in Mexico City. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Mexico City?
It is 5:22 PM in Mexico City on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 5:22 PM in Chicago.
Does the time difference between Chicago and Mexico City change during the year?
Yes. Right now Mexico City has the same time as Chicago. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Mexico City is 1 hour behind Chicago from then (it was zero before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Mexico City has the same time as Chicago from then (it was 1 hour before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Chicago and Mexico City?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Chicago = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Mexico City. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.