Chicago to Tempe Time Difference
Tempe is 2 hours behind Chicago. When it is noon in Chicago, it is 10:00 in Tempe.
Chicago (UTC-5) → Phoenix (UTC-7)
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When it's 04:00 in Chicago, it's 02:00 in Tempe
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Chicago & Tempe✓ Perfect Match (6 hours)
◐ Extended Hours (4 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
2,327 km
Est. Flight Time
~3.7h
Time Difference
-2h
Work Hours Overlap
6h
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⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Chicago
04:00
Tempe
09:00
Chicago
07:00
Tempe
12:00
Chicago
10:00
Tempe
15:00
Chicago
13:00
Tempe
18:00
Chicago
16:00
Tempe
21:00
Chicago
19:00
Tempe
00:00
Chicago
22:00
Tempe (-1)
03:00
Chicago
01:00
Tempe
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Chicago ahead of Tempe?
Tempe is 2 hours behind Chicago. When it is 12:00 noon in Chicago, it is 10:00 in Tempe. Chicago operates on America/Chicago (UTC-5), while Tempe uses America/Phoenix (UTC-7).
What is the best time to call Tempe from Chicago?
There are 7 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Chicago and Tempe. The best window is 11:00–18:00 Chicago time (09:00–16:00 in Tempe).
Does the Chicago to Tempe 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 Chicago and Tempe
The distance between Chicago and Tempe is approximately 2,327 km. A direct flight typically takes around 3.7 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Tempe time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.