Time Difference Between Chicago and Pyongyang

Chicago is 14h 0m behind Pyongyang. This difference shifts by an hour around daylight saving time changes.

Chicago, United States
12:14:28AM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Pyongyang, North Korea
2:14:28PM

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

UTC+9

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

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Frequently asked questions

How many hours is Pyongyang ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 14h 0m behind Pyongyang. Note that this changes by an hour across daylight saving time transitions.
Do Chicago and Pyongyang observe daylight saving time?
Chicago observes daylight saving time, and Pyongyang does not observe it. Because of that, the gap is 15h 0m for part of the year and 14h 0m for the rest.