Chengdu ↔ Reykjavik
Best Time to Call
Decent overlap available between 16:00 and 19:00 (Chengdu time).
Sync Chengdu and Reykjavik easily. Chengdu is 8 hours ahead of Reykjavik. Decent overlap available between 16:00 and 19:00 (Chengdu 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
17:06 GMT+9
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New York City
03:06 EST
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London
08:06 GMT
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Outside Business HoursSynchronization Context
Syncing between Chengdu and Reykjavik is challenging due to the 8 hours offset. Teams should prioritize asynchronous communication or specific 'handover' windows.
Chengdu Business Pulse
- Culture Known for a better work-life balance than the coast. "Lively and relaxed".
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
- Pro Tip Aim for 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Chengdu business is famous for being done over local tea or spicy Sichuan food; if on a video call, keep the atmosphere warm and friendly. Personal rapport is more important here than in the high-pressure coastal cities like Shenzhen.
Reykjavik Business Pulse
- Culture Informal, egalitarian, and values innovation and work-life balance.
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
- Pro Tip Reach out between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM. Icelandic business culture is very informal and flat; do not worry about titles. Efficiency and honesty are highly valued. Punctuality is appreciated but the vibe is relaxed. Avoid calling late in the afternoon or on weekends strictly.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Chengdu | Reykjavik |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Country | China | Iceland |
| Coordinates | 30.57, 104.07 | 64.15, -21.94 |
| Population | 16,500,000 | 131,136 |