London vs Moscow - City Size Comparison

Is London Bigger Than Moscow?

Moscow is significantly larger, covering 1.6 times the area of London. Moscow spans 2,511 km² (970 mi²) while London covers 1,572 km² (607 mi²) — a difference of 939 km².

About London

Capital of England and the United Kingdom. Known as "The Big Smoke", London covers 1,572 km² with a population of 9.0 million. The city was established in 43. London is known for Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the London Underground.

London was the first city to have an underground railway, opening in 1863

About Moscow

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. The city dates 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'

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the London metropolitan area covers 8,382 km², which is 1.4x larger than greater Moscow at 5,891 km². The Moscow metro area is also more populous, with 17.1 million people compared to 14.3 million.

Population Density

London has a population density of 5,712 people per km² — a densely populated city. Moscow, with 4,994 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Both cities have comparable density, though London is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

London has a oceanic climate while Moscow experiences humid continental conditions. When it's noon in Moscow, it's 9:00 AM in London — a 3-hour time difference.