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India
Russia
Area Comparison
Delhi is 1.7x smaller than Moscow
Population Comparison
Delhi has 1.3x more people than Moscow
Moscow is significantly larger, covering 1.7 times the area of Delhi. Moscow spans 2,511 km² (970 mi²) while Delhi covers 1,484 km² (573 mi²) — a difference of 1,027 km².
To put Delhi's size in perspective, its area of 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Moscow at 2,511 km² is roughly the same size as Luxembourg.
India's capital territory and a historic city. Known as "Dilli", Delhi covers 1,484 km² with a population of 16.8 million. The city was founded around 1500 BC. Delhi is known for Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Delhi Metro.
Delhi has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years and served as capital for multiple empires
Russia's capital and largest city. Often called "The Third Rome", Moscow has an area of 2,511 km² and is home to 12.5 million people. Its history stretches back to 1147. Visitors come for The Kremlin, Red Square, Saint Basil's Cathedral, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Moscow Metro.
Moscow's metro stations are considered some of the most beautiful in the world, often called 'underground palaces'
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 7.8x larger than greater Moscow at 5,891 km². The Delhi metro area is also more populous, with 32.9 million people compared to 17.1 million.
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Moscow, with 4,994 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Delhi is noticeably denser, packing 2.3 times more people per square kilometer.
This comparison spans continents — Delhi in Asia versus Moscow in Europe. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Moscow experiences humid continental conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Delhi stays around 14°C while Moscow drops to -8°C. When it's noon in Delhi, it's 9.5:00 AM in Moscow — a 2.5-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Delhi is 2.3x more densely populated
History
Delhi is ~2,647 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Moscow is 4,328 km (2,690 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~5h 36m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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