Distance from London to Moscow
2,501 km (1,554 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
2,501 km
Kilometers
1,554 miles
Miles
~3h 27m
Est. Flight
3h
Time Difference
London
UKMoscow
RussiaThe distance between London and Moscow is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
London is known for Big Ben and Tower of London, while Moscow is famous for The Kremlin and Red Square.
In terms of city area, Moscow is 1.6x larger than London. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare London and Moscow side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is London from Moscow?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to Moscow is 2,501 km (1,554 miles).
How long is the flight from London to Moscow?
A direct flight would take approximately 3h 27m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is London bigger than Moscow?
Moscow is larger at 2,511 km², compared to 1,572 km².