Bali to Chicago Time Difference
Chicago is 13 hours behind Bali. When it is noon in Bali, it is 23:00 in Chicago.
Makassar (UTC+8) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 21:00 in Bali, it's 08:00 in Chicago
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Bali & Chicago◐ Extended Hours (2 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
15,672 km
Est. Flight Time
~19.4h
Time Difference
-13h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Bali
17:00
Chicago (-1)
09:00
Bali
20:00
Chicago (-1)
12:00
Bali
23:00
Chicago (-1)
15:00
Bali
02:00
Chicago
18:00
Bali
05:00
Chicago
21:00
Bali
08:00
Chicago
00:00
Bali
11:00
Chicago (-1)
03:00
Bali
14:00
Chicago (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Bali ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 13 hours behind Bali. When it is 12:00 noon in Bali, it is 23:00 in Chicago. Bali operates on Asia/Makassar (UTC+8), while Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Chicago from Bali?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Bali and Chicago due to the 13 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Bali to Chicago time difference change throughout the year?
The time difference can shift by up to one hour when either city observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). DST transition dates differ between countries — typically March/April in the Northern Hemisphere and October in the Southern Hemisphere. Always verify the live difference above when scheduling important meetings near DST changeover dates.
Flying between Bali and Chicago
The distance between Bali and Chicago is approximately 15,672 km. A direct flight typically takes around 19.4 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Chicago time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.