Beijing Los Angeles Time Difference

What is the Time Difference Between Beijing and Los Angeles?

Beijing is 15-16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Beijing uses China Standard Time (CST, UTC+8) while Los Angeles uses Pacific Time (PT, UTC-8/-7). When it's 12:00 PM in Beijing, it's 8:00 PM or 9:00 PM the previous day in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while China does not, so the difference varies between 15 and 16 hours throughout the year.

Best Time to Call Los Angeles from Beijing

Best calling time: 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM Beijing time. This corresponds to 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM in Los Angeles. Alternatively, early morning calls at 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM Beijing time reach LA in the afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM).

Beijing and Los Angeles have extensive business connections in entertainment, technology, and trade. Many Chinese companies have offices in LA, and Hollywood has strong ties to the Chinese film market. The significant time difference requires careful scheduling.

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