Chicago to São Paulo Time Converter
São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago right now. 9:00 AM in Chicago is 12:00 PM in São Paulo.
Time now: Chicago and São Paulo
São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 3 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Chicago and São Paulo are about 8,406 km (5,223 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00) and São Paulo is on UTC-03:00 (UTC-03:00).
Chicago to São Paulo conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Chicago | São Paulo |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 2:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Chicago and São Paulo
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Chicago = 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM São Paulo
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 São Paulo change?
Yes. Right now São Paulo is 3 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. São Paulo is 2 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 3 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 2 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM in São Paulo.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in São Paulo is 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM in Chicago.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and São Paulo?
São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 3 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Chicago to São Paulo?
Add 3 hours to the Chicago time to get the São Paulo time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Chicago is 12:00 PM in São Paulo. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in São Paulo?
It is 9:19 PM in São Paulo on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 6:19 PM in Chicago.
Does the time difference between Chicago and São Paulo change during the year?
Yes. Right now São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. São Paulo is 2 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 3 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. São Paulo is 3 hours ahead of Chicago from then (it was 2 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Chicago and São Paulo?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Chicago = 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM São Paulo. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.