Time Difference Between Chicago and Darwin

Chicago is 14h 30m behind Darwin. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:36:42AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Darwin, Australia
3:06:42PM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+9:30

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 11:30 PM and 7:30 AM (next day) in Darwin.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Darwin ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 14h 30m behind Darwin. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Darwin observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Darwin does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 15h 30m for part of the year and 14h 30m for the rest.