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Distance from Cairo to Moscow

2,903 km (1,804 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,903 km

Kilometers

1,804 miles

Miles

~3h 55m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Cairo

Egypt
Area: 3,085 km²
Population: 10.1M
Timezone: UTC+2
Elevation: 75m

Moscow

Russia
Area: 2,511 km²
Population: 12.54M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 156m

The distance between Cairo and Moscow is roughly equivalent to 7 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum, while Moscow is famous for The Kremlin and Red Square.

In terms of city area, Cairo is 1.2x larger than Moscow. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Cairo from Moscow?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Cairo to Moscow is 2,903 km (1,804 miles).

How long is the flight from Cairo to Moscow?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 55m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Cairo bigger than Moscow?

Cairo is larger at 3,085 km², compared to 2,511 km².

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