Lyon to Chicago Time Difference
🇫🇷 Lyon is currently 6 hours behind of 🇺🇸 Chicago. This difference varies between 7h and 6h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
-6h
Business overlap
None
Distance
6,991 km
Approx. flight
8.2h
Hour-by-Hour: Lyon to Chicago
| 🇫🇷 Lyon | 🇺🇸 Chicago | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 6:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 1:00 AM | 7:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 2:00 AM | 8:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 3:00 AM | 9:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 4:00 AM | 10:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 5:00 AM | 11:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 12:00 AM | |
| 7:00 AM | 1:00 AM | |
| 8:00 AM | 2:00 AM | |
| 9:00 AM | 3:00 AM | |
| 10:00 AM | 4:00 AM | |
| 11:00 AM | 5:00 AM | |
| 12:00 PM | 6:00 AM | |
| 1:00 PM | 7:00 AM | |
| 2:00 PM | 8:00 AM | |
| 3:00 PM | 9:00 AM | |
| 4:00 PM | 10:00 AM | |
| 5:00 PM | 11:00 AM | |
| 6:00 PM | 12:00 PM | |
| 7:00 PM | 1:00 PM | |
| 8:00 PM | 2:00 PM | |
| 9:00 PM | 3:00 PM | |
| 10:00 PM | 4:00 PM | |
| 11:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Both Lyon and Chicago observe Daylight Saving Time, but they may switch on different dates. The time difference varies between 7 hours behind and 6 hours behind throughout the year. Currently, Lyon is 6 hours behind relative to Chicago.
Min difference
7h
Max difference
6h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Lyon and Chicago. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Lyon and Chicago?
The time difference between Lyon and Chicago is currently 6 hours behind. Lyon uses GMT+1 (UTC+1), while Chicago uses CDT (UTC-5). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 7 hours behind to 6 hours behind.
When it's noon in Lyon, what time is it in Chicago?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Lyon, it is 6:00 AM in Chicago. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between Lyon and Chicago change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because Lyon observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 7 hours behind and 6 hours behind at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between Lyon and Chicago?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Lyon and Chicago. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is Lyon ahead or behind Chicago?
Lyon is currently 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
What time zone is Lyon in?
Lyon is in the Europe/Paris time zone, currently using GMT+1 (UTC+1). Lyon observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in Lyon in Chicago?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in Lyon, it is 6:00 PM in Chicago.