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Distance from Moscow to Paris

2,486 km (1,545 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,486 km

Kilometers

1,545 miles

Miles

~3h 25m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Moscow

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

Paris

France
Area: 105 km²
Population: 2.16M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 35m

The distance between Moscow and Paris is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Moscow is known for The Kremlin and Red Square, while Paris is famous for Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

In terms of city area, Moscow is 23.9x larger than Paris. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Moscow from Paris?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Moscow to Paris is 2,486 km (1,545 miles).

How long is the flight from Moscow to Paris?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 25m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Moscow bigger than Paris?

Moscow is larger at 2,511 km², compared to 105 km².

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