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Reykjavik is 6 hours ahead of Chicago

Best overlap: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Chicago is 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Reykjavik.

8:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Chicago is when Reykjavik is also working, at 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM their time. Reykjavik is 6 hours ahead of Chicago. That leaves about 4 hours of common time — enough for a meeting or two, so use it deliberately. Just remember Chicago changes its clocks for daylight saving and Reykjavik doesn't, so confirm the overlap whenever the seasons turn.

Time in Chicago/Time in Reykjavik

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Chicago and Reykjavik?
Reykjavik is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
What are the best overlapping working hours between Chicago and Reykjavik?
The best time to meet is between 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Chicago, which corresponds to 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Reykjavik.
How many hours overlap between Chicago and Reykjavik during a typical workday?
There are about 4 overlapping hours per day.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the time difference between Chicago and Reykjavik?
Chicago observes Daylight Saving Time, but Reykjavik does not. This means the time difference between the two locations will change during the year.

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