Time Difference Between Chicago and Punta Arenas

Chicago is 2h 0m behind Punta Arenas. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:38:16AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Punta Arenas, Chile
2:38:16AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-3

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Standard working hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM) in Chicago fall between 11:00 AM and 7:00 PM in Punta Arenas.

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Punta Arenas ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 2h 0m behind Punta Arenas. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Punta Arenas observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Punta Arenas does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 3h 0m for part of the year and 2h 0m for the rest.