Time Difference: Beijing vs Madrid
Madrid is 6 hours behind Beijing.
Quick Reference
- Beijing
- CST (GMT+8)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Madrid
- CEST (GMT+2)
CET starts on Oct 25, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Beijing and Madrid?
- Madrid is 6 hours behind Beijing.
- When is the best time to call from Beijing to Madrid?
- 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. Beijing uses CST and Madrid uses CEST.