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Moscow vs London

Moscow is about 1.6× larger than London by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while London (United Kingdom) covers 1,572 km² (607 mi²) with 8.8 million residents.

Metric Moscow London
Area 2,562 km² 1,572 km²
Area (mi²) 989 mi² 607 mi²
Population 13,274,285 8,799,728
Population density 5,181 /km² 5,598 /km²
Area ratioMoscow is ~1.6× larger by area than London.

Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow bigger than London?

Yes — Moscow is about 1.6× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 1,572 km².

How big is Moscow?

Moscow, Russia, covers about 2,562 km² (989 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is London?

London, United Kingdom, covers about 1,572 km² (607 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Moscow or London?

Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 8.8 million. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 5,598 people/km² in London.

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