Time Difference Between Chicago and Hong Kong

Chicago is 13h 0m behind Hong Kong. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
11:09:57PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China
12:09:57PM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+8

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM (next day) in Hong Kong.

Chicago

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UTC+8

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Hong Kong ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 13h 0m behind Hong Kong. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Hong Kong observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Hong Kong does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 14h 0m for part of the year and 13h 0m for the rest.