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Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix

Best overlap: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Phoenix is 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Chicago.

Aim for 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Phoenix time — that's 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM over in Chicago. Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix, but the generous 8-hour window means both teams can meet well within their normal day. These times hold for most of the year, but Chicago's daylight saving (which Phoenix doesn't use) shifts them by an hour twice annually.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Chicago and Phoenix?
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Chicago.
What are the best overlapping working hours between Chicago and Phoenix?
The best time to meet is between 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Chicago, which corresponds to 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Phoenix.
How many hours overlap between Chicago and Phoenix during a typical workday?
There are about 8 overlapping hours per day.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the time difference between Chicago and Phoenix?
Chicago observes Daylight Saving Time, but Phoenix does not. This means the time difference between the two locations will change during the year.

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