Time Difference: Chicago vs Madrid
Chicago
3:04:45 AM CDT
Sunday, October 25, 2026
6h
6h
Madrid
9:04:45 AM CET
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Madrid is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
Quick Reference
- Chicago
- CDT (GMT-5)
CST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Madrid
- CET (GMT+1)
CEST starts on Mar 28, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Chicago and Madrid?
- Madrid is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
- When is the best time to call from Chicago to Madrid?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Chicago uses CDT and Madrid uses CET.