Time Difference: Chicago vs Delhi
Chicago
9:28:56 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
11h 30m
11h 30m
Delhi
8:58:56 PM IST
Friday, November 13, 2026
Delhi is 11.5 hours ahead of Chicago.
Quick Reference
- Chicago
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- Delhi
- IST (GMT+5:30)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Chicago and Delhi?
- Delhi is 11.5 hours ahead of Chicago.
- When is the best time to call from Chicago to Delhi?
- 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. Chicago uses CST and Delhi uses IST.