Amsterdam to Shanghai Time Converter
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam right now. 9:00 AM in Amsterdam is 4:00 PM in Shanghai.
Time now: Amsterdam and Shanghai
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 6 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
Amsterdam and Shanghai are about 8,874 km (5,514 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Amsterdam is on CET (UTC+01:00) and Shanghai is on CST (UTC+08:00).
Amsterdam to Shanghai conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Amsterdam | Shanghai |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 AMnext day |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 AMnext day |
| 7:00 PM | 2:00 AMnext day |
| 8:00 PM | 3:00 AMnext day |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 AMnext day |
| 10:00 PM | 5:00 AMnext day |
| 11:00 PM | 6:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between Amsterdam and Shanghai
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Amsterdam = 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Shanghai
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between Amsterdam and Shanghai change?
Yes. Right now Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: Amsterdam moves its clocks forward. Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Amsterdam from then (it was 7 hours before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: Amsterdam moves its clocks back. Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam from then (it was 6 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Amsterdam is 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM (next day) in Shanghai.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Shanghai is 2:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Amsterdam.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Amsterdam and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 6 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert Amsterdam to Shanghai?
Add 7 hours to the Amsterdam time to get the Shanghai time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in Amsterdam is 4:00 PM in Shanghai. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Shanghai?
It is 8:15 AM in Shanghai on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 1:15 AM in Amsterdam.
Does the time difference between Amsterdam and Shanghai change during the year?
Yes. Right now Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 28 March 2027: Amsterdam moves its clocks forward. Shanghai is 6 hours ahead of Amsterdam from then (it was 7 hours before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: Amsterdam moves its clocks back. Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Amsterdam from then (it was 6 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between Amsterdam and Shanghai?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Amsterdam = 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Shanghai. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.