Beijing to Shanghai Time Converter
Shanghai is at the same time as Beijing right now. 9:00 AM in Beijing is 9:00 AM in Shanghai.
Time now: Beijing and Shanghai
Shanghai and Beijing show the same time right now. The gap stays the same all year, because neither changes its clocks.
Beijing and Shanghai are about 1,068 km (664 miles) apart in a straight line. Right now Beijing is on CST (UTC+08:00) and Shanghai is on CST (UTC+08:00).
Beijing to Shanghai conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| Beijing | Shanghai |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
Best time to meet between Beijing and Shanghai
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Beijing = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shanghai
Does the time difference between Beijing and Shanghai change?
No. Neither place changes its clocks, so Shanghai has the same time as Beijing all year.
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Beijing is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Shanghai.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in Shanghai is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in Beijing.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Beijing and Shanghai?
Shanghai and Beijing show the same time right now. The gap stays the same all year, because neither changes its clocks.
How do I convert Beijing to Shanghai?
The times are the same. 9:00 AM in Beijing is 9:00 AM in Shanghai. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in Shanghai?
It is 7:20 AM in Shanghai on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 7:20 AM in Beijing.
Does the time difference between Beijing and Shanghai change during the year?
No. Neither place changes its clocks, so Shanghai has the same time as Beijing all year.
What is the best time for a meeting between Beijing and Shanghai?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Beijing = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Shanghai. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.