CST to AZT Time Converter

Convert Central Standard Time (CST) to Azerbaijan Time (AZT). Both time zones are shown live below; current offset between them is 9 hours ahead.

Chicago · Central Standard Time
23:16:34
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
CDT · UTC-05:00
Baku · Azerbaijan Time
08:16:34
Thursday, May 14, 2026
GMT+4 · UTC+04:00

Convert a specific time

From: CST (Chicago)
To: AZT (Baku)
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Daylight Saving status right now

CST (Central Standard Time)
Observes DST
Yes
In DST right now
Yes
Next fall back
2026-11-01
Offset shift
UTC-05:00 → UTC-06:00
AZT (Azerbaijan Time)
Observes DST
No

Heads up: CST observes DST while AZT does not. The 9-hour difference shown above will shift by one hour when CST starts or ends DST.

When can CST and AZT meet?

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AZT
Both zones in working hours (9am-5pm)
One zone working
Off-hours
Columns are hours of the day in Chicago (CST). Each row shows the local working-hours state in that zone for the same moment in time.
No overlap during strict 9-5 working hours; some flexibility needed.
If both sides are willing to extend to 8am-7pm, the available window is 08:00–09:00 CST (17:00–18:00 AZT).

Hour-by-hour CST to AZT conversion table

CST time (Chicago)AZT time (Baku)Status
00:00 Wed09:00 WedAZT working
01:00 Wed10:00 WedAZT working
02:00 Wed11:00 WedAZT working
03:00 Wed12:00 WedAZT working
04:00 Wed13:00 WedAZT working
05:00 Wed14:00 WedAZT working
06:00 Wed15:00 WedAZT working
07:00 Wed16:00 WedAZT working
08:00 Wed17:00 WedOff-hours both sides
09:00 Wed18:00 WedCST working
10:00 Wed19:00 WedCST working
11:00 Wed20:00 WedCST working
12:00 Wed21:00 WedCST working
13:00 Wed22:00 WedCST working
14:00 Wed23:00 WedCST working
15:00 Wed00:00 ThuCST working
16:00 Wed01:00 ThuCST working
17:00 Wed02:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
18:00 Wed03:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
19:00 Wed04:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
20:00 Wed05:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
21:00 Wed06:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
22:00 Wed07:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
23:00 Wed08:00 ThuOff-hours both sides

Times computed for today in each zone using the IANA time zone database. The conversion accounts for daylight saving time wherever applicable.

About these time zones

Central Standard Time (CST)
IANA identifier
America/Chicago
Current UTC offset
UTC-05:00
Current abbreviation
CDT
Major cities in this zone
ChicagoHoustonDallasAustinNew Orleans
Azerbaijan Time (AZT)
IANA identifier
Asia/Baku
Current UTC offset
UTC+04:00
Current abbreviation
GMT+4
Major cities in this zone
Baku

Sun today in Chicago and Baku

Chicago
Sunrise
05:33
Sunset
20:02
Solar noon
12:48
Daylight
14h 28m

Related converters

AZT to CST (reverse)CST to ESTCST to PSTCST to GMTCST to UTCCST to CETEST to AZTPST to AZTGMT to AZTUTC to AZTCET to AZT
Looking for local time? See time in Chicago or time in Baku.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between CST and AZT right now?+
AZT (Azerbaijan Time) is currently 9 hours ahead CST (Central Standard Time). The exact difference can change when one or both zones transition into or out of daylight saving time.
Does CST or AZT observe daylight saving time?+
CST: observes daylight saving time. AZT: does not observe daylight saving time.
When is the best time to schedule a meeting between CST and AZT?+
Standard 9-5 hours do not overlap. Extending to 8am-7pm gives a window of 08:00–09:00 CST (17:00–18:00 AZT).
What time is it in Baku when it is 12:00 noon in Chicago?+
When it is 12:00 Wed in Chicago (CST), it is 21:00 Wed in Baku (AZT).
Which IANA time zone identifiers are used for CST and AZT?+
CST maps to "America/Chicago" in the IANA database. AZT maps to "Asia/Baku". These identifiers are what most software libraries use to convert times accurately, including DST handling.
Is Chicago ahead of or behind Baku?+
Whether Chicago (CST) is ahead of or behind Baku (AZT) depends on the current UTC offsets. Right now AZT is 9 hours ahead CST. The live converter and side-by-side clocks above always reflect the current direction.
What are the current UTC offsets for CST and AZT?+
CST is UTC-05:00 (CDT) and AZT is UTC+04:00 (GMT+4). Both offsets shift by one hour when the corresponding region enters or exits daylight saving time, so the live values on this page are the source of truth.
Can I schedule meetings during business hours for both CST and AZT?+
Not during a strict 9am-5pm window. If both sides flex to 8am-7pm, the available meeting window between CST and AZT is 08:00–09:00 CST.