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CST to ICT Converter

ICT is 13 hours ahead of CST

Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Current ICT Time
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Asia/Bangkok
Time Diff
13h ahead
CST
UTC-6
ICT
UTC+7

CST to ICT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in ICT

CST to ICT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CST ICT
12:00 AM 1:00 PM
1:00 AM 2:00 PM
2:00 AM 3:00 PM
3:00 AM 4:00 PM
4:00 AM 5:00 PM
5:00 AM 6:00 PM
6:00 AM 7:00 PM
7:00 AM 8:00 PM
8:00 AM 9:00 PM
9:00 AM 10:00 PM
10:00 AM 11:00 PM
11:00 AM 12:00 AM +1d
12:00 PM 1:00 AM +1d
1:00 PM 2:00 AM +1d
2:00 PM 3:00 AM +1d
3:00 PM 4:00 AM +1d
4:00 PM 5:00 AM +1d
5:00 PM 6:00 AM +1d
6:00 PM 7:00 AM +1d
7:00 PM 8:00 AM +1d
8:00 PM 9:00 AM +1d
9:00 PM 10:00 AM +1d
10:00 PM 11:00 AM +1d
11:00 PM 12:00 PM +1d

Converting Central Standard Time to Indochina Time

Central Standard Time (CST) and Indochina Time (ICT) are separated by a 13 hours time difference. ICT is 13 hours ahead of CST. CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico, while ICT is UTC+7, used in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia.

When converting from CST to ICT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST equals 10:00 PM ICT, 12:00 PM noon CST equals 1:00 AM ICT, and 5:00 PM CST equals 6:00 AM ICT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST and ICT

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST and ICT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 13 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5) during summer months. ICT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+7 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CST and ICT?
Indochina Time (ICT) is 13 hours ahead of Central Standard Time (CST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST, it is 1:00 AM in ICT.
How do I convert CST to ICT?
To convert CST to ICT, add 13 hours to the CST time. For example, 9:00 AM CST is 10:00 PM ICT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST or ICT observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5). ICT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST and ICT?
The best time to schedule a call between CST and ICT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in ICT.
Is CST ahead or behind ICT?
CST (UTC-6) is 13 hours behind ICT (UTC+7). CST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Chicago, while ICT corresponds to Asia/Bangkok.

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