Time Difference: Shanghai vs Toronto
Shanghai
11:29:02 PM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
13h
13h
Toronto
10:29:02 AM EST
Friday, November 13, 2026
Toronto is 13 hours behind Shanghai.
Quick Reference
- Shanghai
- CST (GMT+8)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Toronto
- EST (GMT-5)
EDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Shanghai and Toronto?
- Toronto is 13 hours behind Shanghai.
- When is the best time to call from Shanghai to Toronto?
- 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. Shanghai uses CST and Toronto uses EST.