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Distance from Moscow to Köln

Straight line

2,093 km
1,300 mi · 1,130 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 7 min

Direction

W 268°
initial bearing

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How far is Moscow from Köln?

Moscow (Russia) and Köln (Germany) are quite far apart: 2,093 km in a straight line, that is 1,300 miles or 1,130 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Moscow, Köln lies to the west (initial bearing 268°). The route crosses from Russia into Germany. The halfway point is at 54.3287°, 21.3946°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 7 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Moscow from Köln?

The straight-line distance between Moscow and Köln is 2,093 km (1,300 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Köln from Moscow?

Köln is to the west of Moscow, at an initial bearing of 268°.

How long is the flight from Moscow to Köln?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 7 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.