Time Difference Between Chicago and Baghdad

Chicago is 8h 0m behind Baghdad. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:38:12AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Baghdad, Iraq
8:38:12AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+3

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 5:00 PM and 1:00 AM (next day) in Baghdad.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Baghdad ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 8h 0m behind Baghdad. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Baghdad observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Baghdad does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 9h 0m for part of the year and 8h 0m for the rest.