Is Beijing ahead of or behind Seoul?
The time difference between Seoul and Beijing is 1 hour. Seoul observes Asia/Seoul while Beijing observes Asia/Shanghai.
What hours do Seoul and Beijing share for work?
Both locations are simultaneously in business hours for 7 hours per day. 10:00 Seoul / 09:00 Beijing works well for both parties.
Will the offset change due to a DST transition anytime soon?
The 1 hour difference between Seoul and Beijing is stable — no DST changes expected in the next 7 days.
What's midday in Seoul in Beijing time?
At midday in Seoul, clocks in Beijing show 11:00 AM.
How do I convert Seoul time to Beijing time?
Simply drag the slider to your Seoul time — Beijing and all other locations update in real time. Accuracy is to the minute, DST-aware.
What local holidays should I watch out for in Seoul?
Watch out for Liberation Day in Seoul on August 15 — offices may be closed or understaffed.
How do Seoul and Beijing relate to UTC?
Seoul follows Asia/Seoul. Beijing uses Asia/Shanghai. Together they are 1 hour apart.
When I leave the office at 5 PM in Seoul, what time is it in Beijing?
An email sent at 5 PM in Seoul lands at 4:00 PM in Beijing. Your Beijing contact should still be at their desk.
How are the UTC offsets of Seoul and Beijing calculated?
Seoul uses Asia/Seoul and Beijing uses Asia/Shanghai. The 1 hour difference between them reflects their distinct UTC offset positions.