Lagos to Chicago Time Converter
Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos right now. 9:00 AM in Lagos is 2:00 AM in Chicago.
Time now: Lagos and Chicago
Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 7 hours at some times of the year and 6 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Lagos and Chicago are about 9,616 km (5,975 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Lagos is on WAT (UTC+01:00) and Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00).
Lagos to Chicago conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Lagos | Chicago |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 6:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 7:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 5:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
Best time to meet between Lagos and Chicago
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Lagos = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago
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 Lagos and Chicago change?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 6 hours behind Lagos from then (it was 7 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos from then (it was 6 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Lagos is 2:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Chicago.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM (next day) in Lagos.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Lagos and Chicago?
Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 7 hours at some times of the year and 6 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Lagos to Chicago?
Subtract 7 hours from the Lagos time to get the Chicago time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Lagos is 2:00 AM in Chicago. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Chicago?
It is 7:08 PM in Chicago on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 2:08 AM in Lagos.
Does the time difference between Lagos and Chicago change during the year?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 6 hours behind Lagos from then (it was 7 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 7 hours behind Lagos from then (it was 6 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Lagos and Chicago?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Lagos = 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Chicago. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.