Time difference between Shanghai and London: 7 hours
Shanghai
China · UTC+8
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London
United Kingdom · UTC+1
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Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of London
Best time for a call or meeting
Shanghai 16:00–18:00 = London 09:00–11:00
Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
Convert a specific time
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Hour-by-hour conversion
| Shanghai | London |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 17:00 |
| 01:00 | 18:00 |
| 02:00 | 19:00 |
| 03:00 | 20:00 |
| 04:00 | 21:00 |
| 05:00 | 22:00 |
| 06:00 | 23:00 |
| 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 08:00 | 01:00 |
| 09:00 | 02:00 |
| 10:00 | 03:00 |
| 11:00 | 04:00 |
| 12:00 | 05:00 |
| 13:00 | 06:00 |
| 14:00 | 07:00 |
| 15:00 | 08:00 |
| 16:00 | 09:00 |
| 17:00 | 10:00 |
| 18:00 | 11:00 |
| 19:00 | 12:00 |
| 20:00 | 13:00 |
| 21:00 | 14:00 |
| 22:00 | 15:00 |
| 23:00 | 16:00 |
Business hours 9–18 Waking hours 7–22 Night / early morning
Daylight saving time can change the difference by season. Shown values reflect the current offset.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is the time difference between Shanghai and London?
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of London. When it is 12:00 noon in Shanghai, it is 05:00 in London.
Does daylight saving time affect the difference?
Yes. One or both places observe daylight saving time, so the difference changes with the season. This page shows the current difference.
What is the best time for a call or meeting?
Shanghai 16:00–18:00 = London 09:00–11:00. Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
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