Mexico City to Chicago Time Converter
Chicago is at the same time as Mexico City right now. 9:00 AM in Mexico City is 9:00 AM in Chicago.
Time now: Mexico City and Chicago
Chicago and Mexico City show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 0 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Mexico City and Chicago are about 2,718 km (1,689 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Mexico City is on CST (UTC-06:00) and Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00).
Mexico City to Chicago conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Mexico City | Chicago |
|---|---|
| 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 Mexico City and Chicago
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Mexico City = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM 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 Mexico City and Chicago change?
Yes. Right now Chicago has the same time as Mexico City. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City from then (it was zero before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago has the same time as Mexico City from then (it was 1 hour before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Mexico City is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Chicago.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Mexico City.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Mexico City and Chicago?
Chicago and Mexico City show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 0 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Mexico City to Chicago?
The times are the same. 9:00 AM in Mexico City is 9:00 AM in Chicago. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Chicago?
It is 6:18 PM in Chicago on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 6:18 PM in Mexico City.
Does the time difference between Mexico City and Chicago change during the year?
Yes. Right now Chicago has the same time as Mexico City. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City from then (it was zero before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago has the same time as Mexico City from then (it was 1 hour before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Mexico City and Chicago?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Mexico City = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Chicago. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.