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Berlin and Chicago: plan a meeting across time zones

Berlin and Chicago are 7 hours apart (Berlin ahead). See the best meeting time, upcoming holidays and clock-change dates for both.

Time difference7 hoursBerlin ahead
Best meeting time4 PM / 9 AMBerlin / Chicago
Next public holiday3 OctoberGerman Unity Day — Berlin
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The time difference

For most of the year, Berlin is 7 hours ahead of Chicago. That gap does not hold all year — here is how it actually moves:

Best time to meet

A one-hour meeting starting around 4 PM in Berlin lands at 9 AM in Chicago — inside normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM) for both sides.

Clock changes to plan around

Upcoming public holidays

Holiday data uses country-level public calendars and may miss regional observances or company shutdowns — confirm with your participant if the date matters.

Questions about Berlin and Chicago

What time is it in Chicago when it is 9 AM in Berlin?

For most of the year, 9 AM in Berlin is 2 AM in Chicago (UTC+2 against UTC-5). During the weeks listed above when the gap shifts, it moves by an hour. Open the planner for a specific date.

Does Berlin or Chicago change clocks first?

Both cities observe daylight saving, but not always on the same dates — see the clock-change dates above.

Is there a public holiday in Berlin or Chicago soon?

Berlin: German Unity Day on 3 October. Chicago: Columbus Day on 12 October.