Seattle to Chicago Time Difference
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Seattle. When it is noon in Seattle, it is 14:00 in Chicago.
Los Angeles (UTC-7) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 13:00 in Seattle, it's 15:00 in Chicago
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🤝 Best Meeting Times
Seattle & Chicago✓ Perfect Match (6 hours)
◐ Extended Hours (4 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
2,789 km
Est. Flight Time
~4.3h
Time Difference
+2h
Work Hours Overlap
6h
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Today 09:00
09:00 - 15:00
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Seattle behind Chicago?
Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Seattle. When it is 12:00 noon in Seattle, it is 14:00 in Chicago. Seattle operates on America/Los Angeles (UTC-7), while Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Chicago from Seattle?
There are 6 hours of overlapping business time (9 AM–5 PM) between Seattle and Chicago. The best window is 09:00–15:00 Seattle time (11:00–17:00 in Chicago).
Does the Seattle 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 Seattle and Chicago
The distance between Seattle and Chicago is approximately 2,789 km. A direct flight typically takes around 4.3 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Chicago time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.