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Philippines
Russia
Area Comparison
Manila is 58.4x smaller than Moscow
Population Comparison
Manila has 6.8x fewer people than Moscow
Moscow is significantly larger, covering 58.4 times the area of Manila. Moscow spans 2,511 km² (970 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 2,468 km². You could fit Manila inside Moscow approximately 58 times.
To put Manila's size in perspective, its area of 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan. Meanwhile, Moscow at 2,511 km² is roughly the same size as Luxembourg.
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Known as "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila covers 43 km² with a population of 1.9 million. The city was established in 1571. Manila is known for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the LRT & MRT Manila.
At 43 km², Manila's city proper is one of the smallest in Asia but has the highest population density of any major city in the world
Russia's capital and largest city. Also known as "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'
Looking beyond city limits, the Moscow metropolitan area covers 5,891 km², which is 9.5x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Moscow metro area is also more populous, with 17.1 million people compared to 13.9 million.
Manila has a population density of 43,023 people per km² — one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Moscow, with 4,994 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 8.6x the population density.
This comparison spans continents — Manila in Asia versus Moscow in Europe. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Manila has a tropical savanna climate while Moscow experiences humid continental conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Manila stays around 26°C while Moscow drops to -8°C. When it's noon in Manila, it's 7:00 AM in Moscow — a 5-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Moscow ~58 times
Density Gap
Manila is 8.6x more densely populated
Time Difference
5 hours apart
History
Moscow is ~424 years older
The straight-line distance from Manila to Moscow is 8,257 km (5,131 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~10h 13m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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