Shanghai → Chicago: Time Difference
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How the difference works
Shanghai uses Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8 standard time) and Chicago uses America/Chicago (UTC-6 standard time) — a standard-time gap of 14 hours behind Shanghai. Chicago observes daylight saving time while Shanghai does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
Distance: about 11,357 km (7,057 mi) great-circle distance.
Shanghai → Chicago, hour by hour
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Chicago?
In standard time, Chicago is 14 hours behind Shanghai. Chicago observes daylight saving time while Shanghai does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
When it is 9:00 in Shanghai, what time is it in Chicago?
In standard time it is 19:00 the previous day in Chicago. During daylight saving periods the answer can move by an hour — the live table on this page always reflects today's rules.
How far is Chicago from Shanghai?
About 11,357 km (7,057 miles) as the crow flies, computed from city-center coordinates.