Chicago to Almaty Time Difference
🇺🇸 Chicago is currently 10 hours ahead of 🇰🇿 Almaty. This difference varies between 10h and 11h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
+10h
Business overlap
None
Distance
10,423 km
Approx. flight
12.3h
Hour-by-Hour: Chicago to Almaty
| 🇺🇸 Chicago | 🇰🇿 Almaty | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
| 1:00 AM | 11:00 AM | |
| 2:00 AM | 12:00 PM | |
| 3:00 AM | 1:00 PM | |
| 4:00 AM | 2:00 PM | |
| 5:00 AM | 3:00 PM | |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 PM | |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 PM | |
| 10:00 AM | 8:00 PM | |
| 11:00 AM | 9:00 PM | |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| 1:00 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| 2:00 PM | 12:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 4:00 PM | 2:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 7:00 PM | 5:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 8:00 PM | 6:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 10:00 PM | 8:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 11:00 PM | 9:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Chicago observes Daylight Saving Time, while Almaty does not. This causes the time difference to shift between 10 hours ahead and 11 hours ahead depending on the season. Currently, Chicago is 10 hours ahead relative to Almaty.
Min difference
10h
Max difference
11h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Chicago and Almaty. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and Almaty?
The time difference between Chicago and Almaty is currently 10 hours ahead. Chicago uses CDT (UTC-5), while Almaty uses GMT+5 (UTC+5). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 10 hours ahead to 11 hours ahead.
When it's noon in Chicago, what time is it in Almaty?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Chicago, it is 10:00 PM in Almaty. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between Chicago and Almaty change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because Chicago observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 10 hours ahead and 11 hours ahead at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between Chicago and Almaty?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Chicago and Almaty. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is Chicago ahead or behind Almaty?
Chicago is currently 10 hours behind Almaty.
What time zone is Chicago in?
Chicago is in the America/Chicago time zone, currently using CDT (UTC-5). Chicago observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in Chicago in Almaty?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in Chicago, it is 10:00 AM in Almaty.