Time difference between London and Shanghai: 7 hours
London
United Kingdom · UTC+1
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Shanghai
China · UTC+8
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London is 7 hours behind Shanghai
Best time for a call or meeting
London 09:00–11:00 = Shanghai 16:00–18:00
Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
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Hour-by-hour conversion
| London | Shanghai |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 07:00 |
| 01:00 | 08:00 |
| 02:00 | 09:00 |
| 03:00 | 10:00 |
| 04:00 | 11:00 |
| 05:00 | 12:00 |
| 06:00 | 13:00 |
| 07:00 | 14:00 |
| 08:00 | 15:00 |
| 09:00 | 16:00 |
| 10:00 | 17:00 |
| 11:00 | 18:00 |
| 12:00 | 19:00 |
| 13:00 | 20:00 |
| 14:00 | 21:00 |
| 15:00 | 22:00 |
| 16:00 | 23:00 |
| 17:00 | 00:00 |
| 18:00 | 01:00 |
| 19:00 | 02:00 |
| 20:00 | 03:00 |
| 21:00 | 04:00 |
| 22:00 | 05:00 |
| 23:00 | 06:00 |
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 London and Shanghai?
London is 7 hours behind Shanghai. When it is 12:00 noon in London, it is 19:00 in Shanghai.
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?
London 09:00–11:00 = Shanghai 16:00–18:00. Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
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