Time difference between Rome and Chicago

Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome.

Italy · Central European Standard Time

1:29 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

United States · Central Standard Time

6:29 PM

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Rome to Chicago time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Rome and Chicago?

Chicago is 7 hours behind Rome. Rome is on UTC+1 and Chicago is on UTC−6.

What time is it in Chicago when it is 9 AM in Rome?

When it is 9:00 AM in Rome, it is 2:00 AM in Chicago.

When is the best time to call Chicago from Rome?

The best time to call or meet is 4:00 PM–6:00 PM in Rome (9:00 AM–11:00 AM in Chicago), when both places are in normal office hours.

Which days are working days in both Rome and Chicago?

Both Rome and Chicago usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between Rome and Chicago change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 14, 2027, when Chicago will be 6 hours behind Rome.

Rome is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. More: time in Rome · time in Chicago