Time difference between Seattle and Beijing

Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.

United States · Pacific Standard Time

4:29 PM

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

China · China Standard Time

8:29 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Seattle to Beijing time converter

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

What is the time difference between Seattle and Beijing?

Beijing is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. Seattle is on UTC−8 and Beijing is on UTC+8.

What time is it in Beijing when it is 9 AM in Seattle?

When it is 9:00 AM in Seattle, it is 1:00 AM the next day in Beijing.

When is the best time to call Beijing from Seattle?

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

Which days are working days in both Seattle and Beijing?

Both Seattle and Beijing usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between Seattle and Beijing change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 14, 2027, when Beijing will be 15 hours ahead of Seattle.

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