Phoenix to Chicago Time Difference
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix. When it is noon in Phoenix, it is 14:00 in Chicago.
Phoenix (UTC-7) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 19:00 in Phoenix, it's 21:00 in Chicago
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Phoenix & Chicago✓ Perfect Match (6 hours)
◐ Extended Hours (4 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
2,336 km
Est. Flight Time
~3.7h
Time Difference
+2h
Work Hours Overlap
6h
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12:20
09:00 - 15:00
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Phoenix
08:00
Chicago
09:00
Phoenix
11:00
Chicago
12:00
Phoenix
14:00
Chicago
15:00
Phoenix
17:00
Chicago
18:00
Phoenix
20:00
Chicago
21:00
Phoenix
23:00
Chicago
00:00
Phoenix
02:00
Chicago
03:00
Phoenix
05:00
Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Phoenix behind Chicago?
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix. When it is 12:00 noon in Phoenix, it is 14:00 in Chicago. Phoenix operates on America/Phoenix (UTC-7), while Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Chicago from Phoenix?
There are 6 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Phoenix and Chicago. The best window is 09:00–15:00 Phoenix time (11:00–17:00 in Chicago).
Does the Phoenix 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 Phoenix and Chicago
The distance between Phoenix and Chicago is approximately 2,336 km. A direct flight typically takes around 3.7 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Chicago time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.