Time Difference: Bangkok vs Chicago
Bangkok
10:29:15 PM ICT
Friday, November 13, 2026
13h
13h
Chicago
9:29:15 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
Chicago is 13 hours behind Bangkok.
Quick Reference
- Bangkok
- ICT (GMT+7)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Chicago
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Bangkok and Chicago?
- Chicago is 13 hours behind Bangkok.
- When is the best time to call from Bangkok to Chicago?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Bangkok uses ICT and Chicago uses CST.