Time Difference: Madrid vs Shanghai
Madrid
10:50:59 AM CET
Sunday, October 25, 2026
7h
7h
Shanghai
5:50:59 PM CST
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Madrid.
Quick Reference
- Madrid
- CET (GMT+1)
CEST starts on Mar 28, 2027
- Shanghai
- CST (GMT+8)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Madrid and Shanghai?
- Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Madrid.
- When is the best time to call from Madrid to Shanghai?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Madrid uses CET and Shanghai uses CST.