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Convert ICT to CST
Indochina Time to Central Standard Time — Chicago is 12 hours behind Bangkok
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-12 hours
ICT Full Name
Indochina Time
CST Full Name
Central Standard Time
ICT to CST Conversion Table
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About ICT and CST Time Zones
ICT (Indochina Time) is UTC+7 and covers cities like Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi. CST (Central Standard Time) is UTC-6 and covers cities like Chicago, Dallas, Houston.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Bangkok (ICT), it's 12:00 AM in Chicago (CST). The time difference between ICT and CST is 12 hours — Chicago is behind Bangkok.
With a 13-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in Bangkok (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in Chicago.
Daylight Saving Time
CST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes CDT (Central Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-5.
During DST transitions, the time difference between ICT and CST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
Use our world clock tool to compare Bangkok and Chicago with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between ICT and CST?
Chicago (CST) is 12 hours behind Bangkok (ICT). The offset is -12 hours.
Is CST ahead or behind ICT?
CST is 12 hours behind ICT. ICT is UTC+7 and CST is UTC-5.
When it's 12:00 PM in Bangkok, what time is it in Chicago?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Bangkok (ICT), it's 12:00 AM in Chicago (CST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Bangkok, what time is it in Chicago?
When it's 5:00 PM in Bangkok (ICT), it's 5:00 AM in Chicago (CST).
Does CST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. CST (Central Standard Time, UTC-6) becomes CDT (Central Daylight Time, UTC-5) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.