Time Difference: Chicago vs Lima
Chicago
9:28:42 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
1h
1h
Lima
10:28:42 AM PET
Friday, November 13, 2026
Lima is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
Quick Reference
- Chicago
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- Lima
- PET (GMT-5)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Chicago and Lima?
- Lima is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
- When is the best time to call from Chicago to Lima?
- 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 Lima uses PET.