US Central Time to Indochina Time
Convert times between US Central Time (CST, UTC-6:00) and Indochina Time (ICT, UTC+7:00). Indochina Time is 13 hours ahead of US Central Time in standard time. During daylight saving time this difference changes to 12 hours.
UTC-6:00 / -5:00→UTC+7:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Central Time | CST / CDT | UTC-6:00 | UTC-5:00 | United States |
| Indochina Time | ICT | UTC+7:00 | — | Thailand / Vietnam |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (CST → ICT)
| US Central Time | Indochina Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM CST | 1:00 PM ICT |
| 6:00 AM CST | 7:00 PM ICT |
| 9:00 AM CST | 10:00 PM ICT |
| 12:00 PM CST | 1:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 3:00 PM CST | 4:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 6:00 PM CST | 7:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 9:00 PM CST | 10:00 AM (next day) ICT |
Summer (DST) Conversion (CDT → ICT)
| US Central Time (summer) | Indochina Time (summer) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM CDT | 12:00 PM ICT |
| 6:00 AM CDT | 6:00 PM ICT |
| 9:00 AM CDT | 9:00 PM ICT |
| 12:00 PM CDT | 12:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 3:00 PM CDT | 3:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 6:00 PM CDT | 6:00 AM (next day) ICT |
| 9:00 PM CDT | 9:00 AM (next day) ICT |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- US Central Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to CDT (UTC-5:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
- The offset difference shifts between 13h (standard) and 12h (DST season). Always verify the current offset using the live converter below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert CST to ICT?
Add 13 hours to the CST time to get ICT. For example, 9:00 AM CST = 10:00 PM ICT.
What is the current UTC offset for US Central Time?
US Central Time is UTC-6:00 during standard time (CST) and UTC-5:00 during summer daylight saving time (CDT).
Is Indochina Time ahead or behind US Central Time?
Indochina Time is 13 hours ahead of US Central Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between CST and ICT?
Due to the 13-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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