Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Shanghai, it's that in Macau.
When it's 8:00 am in Shanghai, it's 8:00 am in Macau — morning there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Shanghai, it's 10:00 am in Macau — late morning there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Shanghai, it's 12:00 pm in Macau — midday there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Shanghai, it's 3:00 pm in Macau — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Shanghai, it's 5:00 pm in Macau — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Shanghai, it's 9:00 pm in Macau — night there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Shanghai uses the CNY (¥) and Macau uses the MOP (P). Conversations can stay in Chinese, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Shanghai drives on the right, Macau on the left.
- Country
- China
- Capital
- Beijing
- Currency
- Chinese yuan (CNY · ¥)
- Language
- Chinese
- Calling code
- +86
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Macau
- Capital
- —
- Currency
- Macanese pataca (MOP · P)
- Language
- Portuguese, Chinese
- Calling code
- +853
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Shanghai and Macau?
Shanghai and Macau share the same offset (GMT+8), so there's no difference right now.
When it's 10 am in Shanghai, what time is it in Macau?
Also 10:00 am — Shanghai and Macau share the same UTC offset, so clocks match around the whole day.
When it's 3 pm in Shanghai, what time is it in Macau?
Also 3:00 pm — Shanghai and Macau share the same UTC offset, so clocks match around the whole day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Shanghai from Macau?
About 1,275 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 2h, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Shanghai and Macau use?
Shanghai uses the Chinese yuan (CNY, ¥); Macau uses the Macanese pataca (MOP, P). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Shanghai from Macau?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +86, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Shanghai and Macau?
Both China and Macau count Chinese among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Shanghai also has no other official tongue; Macau adds Portuguese.
Do Shanghai and Macau drive on the same side of the road?
No. China drives on the right, Macau on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.