Shanghai to London Time Converter
London, UK is currently 7 hours behind Shanghai, China. Shanghai is on CST (UTC+8) and London is on BST (UTC+1). 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 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM in Shanghai, which is 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM in London.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: Shanghai to London
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 Shanghai and London 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 behind is London compared to Shanghai?
London is currently 7 hours behind Shanghai. The difference between Shanghai and London 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 Shanghai in London?
9:00 AM in Shanghai is 2:00 AM in London.
What is the best time for a call between Shanghai and London?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM in Shanghai, which is 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM in London.