Time difference between London and Shanghai

Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of London.

United Kingdom · Greenwich Mean Time

12:35 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

China · China Standard Time

8:35 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

London to Shanghai time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between London and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of London. London is on UTC+0 and Shanghai is on UTC+8.

What time is it in Shanghai when it is 9 AM in London?

When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 5:00 PM in Shanghai.

When is the best time to call Shanghai from London?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–10:00 AM in London (5:00 PM–6:00 PM in Shanghai), when both places are in normal office hours.

Which days are working days in both London and Shanghai?

Both London and Shanghai usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between London and Shanghai change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 28, 2027, when Shanghai will be 7 hours ahead of London.

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