Time Difference Between Chicago and Mexico City

Chicago is 1h 0m ahead of Mexico City. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
11:09:57PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Mexico City, Mexico
10:09:57PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-6 · CST

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM in Mexico City.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Mexico City behind Chicago?
Chicago is 1h 0m ahead of Mexico City. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Mexico City observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Mexico City does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 0h 0m for part of the year and 1h 0m for the rest.