Athens ↔ Shanghai

Best Time to Call

Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 9:00 and 11:00 (Athens time).

Sync Athens and Shanghai easily. Athens is 6 hours behind Shanghai. Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 9:00 and 11:00 (Athens time).

Upcoming Time Change

New York City clocks forward 1h in 10 days Mar 08

💡 Review recurring meetings scheduled during these dates to avoid sync issues.

Meeting Optimizer

Sync Score

5.3/10

-12h Current Time +12h

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Tokyo

17:02 GMT+9

Personal

Outside Business Hours

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New York City

03:02 EST

Sleeping

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London

08:02 GMT

Personal

Outside Business Hours

Synchronization Context

Syncing between Athens and Shanghai is challenging due to the 6 hours offset. Teams should prioritize asynchronous communication or specific 'handover' windows.

Athens Business Pulse

Culture Sociable and relationship-heavy. Business often involves lively discussion.
Lunch Break 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Pro Tip The best window for calls is 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Avoid calling between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM (the "siesta" or lunch period). Greeks value personal rapport and hospitality; business deals are often sealed over long meals or social gatherings. Be prepared for a warm and expressive communication style.

Shanghai Business Pulse

Culture Highly competitive and fast-paced. Business is often conducted with a mix of modern efficiency and traditional "Guanxi" (relationships).
Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Nap time is common).
Pro Tip Respect the 12-1 PM lunch and rest window; lights are often dimmed in offices for naps. The best time to call is between 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Avoid calling during major public holidays like Golden Week or Lunar New Year, as business comes to a complete halt.