Vancouver to Chicago Time Converter
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver right now. 9:00 AM in Vancouver is 10:00 AM in Chicago.
Time now: Vancouver and Chicago
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver right now. The gap is the same for most of the year, but for a few weeks it shifts by an hour because the two places change their clocks on different dates (see the dates below).
Vancouver and Chicago are about 2,852 km (1,772 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Vancouver is on MST (UTC-07:00) and Chicago is on CST (UTC-06:00).
Vancouver to Chicago conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Vancouver | Chicago |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Vancouver and Chicago
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Vancouver = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Chicago
Does the time difference between Vancouver and Chicago change?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver from then (it was 1 hour before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver from then (it was 2 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Vancouver is 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM in Chicago.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Chicago is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Vancouver.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Vancouver and Chicago?
Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver right now. The gap is the same for most of the year, but for a few weeks it shifts by an hour because the two places change their clocks on different dates (see the dates below).
How do I convert Vancouver to Chicago?
Add 1 hour to the Vancouver time to get the Chicago time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Vancouver is 10:00 AM in Chicago. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Chicago?
It is 7:07 PM in Chicago on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 6:07 PM in Vancouver.
Does the time difference between Vancouver and Chicago change during the year?
Yes. Right now Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: Chicago moves its clocks forward. Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver from then (it was 1 hour before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: Chicago moves its clocks back. Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Vancouver from then (it was 2 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Vancouver and Chicago?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Vancouver = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Chicago. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.