Hiroshima to Chicago Time Difference
Chicago is 14 hours behind Hiroshima. When it is noon in Hiroshima, it is 22:00 in Chicago.
Tokyo (UTC+9) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 18:00 in Hiroshima, it's 04:00 in Chicago
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Hiroshima & Chicago◐ Extended Hours (3 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
10,601 km
Est. Flight Time
~13.5h
Time Difference
-14h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Hiroshima
16:00
Chicago (-1)
09:00
Hiroshima
19:00
Chicago (-1)
12:00
Hiroshima
22:00
Chicago (-1)
15:00
Hiroshima
01:00
Chicago
18:00
Hiroshima
04:00
Chicago
21:00
Hiroshima
07:00
Chicago
00:00
Hiroshima
10:00
Chicago (-1)
03:00
Hiroshima
13:00
Chicago (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Hiroshima ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 14 hours behind Hiroshima. When it is 12:00 noon in Hiroshima, it is 22:00 in Chicago. Hiroshima operates on Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9), while Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Chicago from Hiroshima?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Hiroshima and Chicago due to the 14 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima and Chicago
The distance between Hiroshima and Chicago is approximately 10,601 km. A direct flight typically takes around 13.5 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Chicago time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.