London to Shanghai Time Converter
Shanghai, China is currently 7 hours ahead of London, UK. London is on BST (UTC+1) and Shanghai is on CST (UTC+8). The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM in London, which is 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Shanghai.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: London to Shanghai
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
The difference between London and Shanghai is not fixed. It is 8 hours in January and 7 hours in July, because the two places handle daylight saving differently. This page always reflects the current offsets.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours ahead is Shanghai compared to London?
Shanghai is currently 7 hours ahead of London. The difference between London and Shanghai is not fixed. It is 8 hours in January and 7 hours in July, because the two places handle daylight saving differently. This page always reflects the current offsets.
What time is 9:00 AM in London in Shanghai?
9:00 AM in London is 4:00 PM in Shanghai.
What is the best time for a call between London and Shanghai?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM in London, which is 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Shanghai.