Makassar to Chicago Time Difference
Chicago is 13 hours behind Makassar. When it is noon in Makassar, it is 23:00 in Chicago.
Makassar (UTC+8) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 05:00 in Makassar, it's 16:00 in Chicago
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Makassar & Chicago◐ Extended Hours (2 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
15,131 km
Est. Flight Time
~18.8h
Time Difference
-13h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Makassar
17:00
Chicago (-1)
09:00
Makassar
20:00
Chicago (-1)
12:00
Makassar
23:00
Chicago (-1)
15:00
Makassar
02:00
Chicago
18:00
Makassar
05:00
Chicago
21:00
Makassar
08:00
Chicago
00:00
Makassar
11:00
Chicago (-1)
03:00
Makassar
14:00
Chicago (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Makassar ahead of Chicago?
Chicago is 13 hours behind Makassar. When it is 12:00 noon in Makassar, it is 23:00 in Chicago. Makassar operates on Asia/Makassar (UTC+8), while Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Chicago from Makassar?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Makassar and Chicago due to the 13 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Makassar 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 Makassar and Chicago
The distance between Makassar and Chicago is approximately 15,131 km. A direct flight typically takes around 18.8 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Chicago time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.