Time Difference: Rome vs Shanghai
Rome
10:50:54 AM CET
Sunday, October 25, 2026
7h
7h
Shanghai
5:50:54 PM CST
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Rome.
Quick Reference
- Rome
- 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 Rome and Shanghai?
- Shanghai is 7 hours ahead of Rome.
- When is the best time to call from Rome 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. Rome uses CET and Shanghai uses CST.