Madrid to Shanghai Time Converter
Shanghai, China is currently 6 hours ahead of Madrid, Spain. Madrid is on CEST (UTC+2) 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 11:00 AM in Madrid, which is 3:00 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: Madrid 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 Madrid and Shanghai is not fixed. It is 7 hours in January and 6 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 Madrid?
Shanghai is currently 6 hours ahead of Madrid. The difference between Madrid and Shanghai is not fixed. It is 7 hours in January and 6 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 Madrid in Shanghai?
9:00 AM in Madrid is 3:00 PM in Shanghai.
What is the best time for a call between Madrid and Shanghai?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM in Madrid, which is 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in Shanghai.