Time Difference Between Chicago and Ho Chi Minh

Chicago is 12h 0m behind Ho Chi Minh. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:40:24AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
12:40:24PM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+7

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

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Ho Chi Minh ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 12h 0m behind Ho Chi Minh. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Ho Chi Minh observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Ho Chi Minh does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 13h 0m for part of the year and 12h 0m for the rest.