United States
China
Chicago to Beijing Time Difference
Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Chicago
Chicago vs Beijing — At a Glance
Chicago to Beijing — Hour-by-Hour
About Chicago and Beijing
Chicago (population: 2.7M) is known for commodities trading, deep-dish pizza, architecture, and the Chicago Board of Trade. Beijing (population: 21.5M) is known for the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, China's political center, and 2022 Olympics host.
Business Hours Overlap
Beijing is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Chicago.
Calling Between Cities
With 13 hours between Chicago (+1) and Beijing (+86), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Chicago uses USD while Beijing uses CNY. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Chicago primarily speaks English, while Beijing speaks Mandarin. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Chicago and Beijing visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Chicago and Beijing?
Beijing, China is 13 hours ahead of Chicago, United States. Chicago is in the America/Chicago timezone (UTC-5) and Beijing is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone (UTC+8).
When it's noon in Chicago, what time is it in Beijing?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Chicago, it's 1:00 AM in Beijing.
What is the best time to call Beijing from Chicago?
The best time to call Beijing from Chicago is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Chicago, it's 10:00 PM in Beijing. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Chicago for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Beijing use?
Beijing, China uses CNY. Chicago uses USD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Beijing?
The primary language in Beijing is Mandarin. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Beijing from Chicago?
To call Beijing from Chicago, dial your international access code followed by +86 and the local number. Chicago uses country code +1 and Beijing uses +86.
