CET to CDT Time Converter
Central European Time → Central Daylight Time
CET = UTC+2CDT = UTC-5
CET (Paris) ↔ CDT (Chicago)
1h of business hours overlap daily (09:00–17:00)
CET (Paris)
CDT (Chicago)
Working hours: 09:00–17:00 local. Green = both working. Purple = one side only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between cet and cdt?
Central European Time (cet) is UTC+2 and Central Daylight Time (cdt) is UTC-5. The difference between them is 7 hours.
Where is cet used?
Central European Time (cet) is used in France and surrounding regions. The IANA timezone identifier is Europe/Paris.
Where is cdt used?
Central Daylight Time (cdt) is used in USA and surrounding regions. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Chicago.
How do I convert cet to cdt?
Use the interactive converter above. Drag the time slider to any cet time and the cdt equivalent updates instantly. You can also type a time like "3pm" or "15:00" in the input bar.
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