Time Difference Between Chicago and Sao Paulo

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

Chicago, United States
11:09:57PM

Monday, June 22, 2026

UTC-5 · CDT

Sao Paulo, Brazil
1:09:57AM

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 Sao Paulo.

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Frequently asked questions

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