Baku, Azerbaijan → Moscow, Russia · ✈ 2h 55min · 🚗 31h 19min
1,040 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northwest
The distance from Baku to Moscow is 1,927 km (1,197 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 55min.
The straight-line distance from Baku, Azerbaijan to Moscow, Russia is approximately 1,927 kilometers (1,197 miles or 1,040 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Moscow is located northwest of Baku. Baku is in Asia, in the Baku region of Azerbaijan, while Moscow is in Europe, in Central, Russia. This intercontinental route spans from Asia to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,927 km | ~2h 55min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Baku to Moscow. For 1,927 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Baku sits at 40.4093°N, 49.8671°E, while Moscow is located at 55.7558°N, 37.6173°E. The initial compass bearing from Baku to Moscow is 336° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Baku heading roughly NNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 15.35° and the longitude difference is 12.25°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Baku and Moscow is approximately 48.2419°N, 44.6648°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 964 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Baku and Moscow share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Baku is a major city in Azerbaijan with a population of approximately 2,236,000. Located in the Baku region, it is an important hub in Asia. Baku is a significant metropolitan area in Azerbaijan with good domestic and international transport connections.
Moscow is a notable city in Russia with a population of approximately 12,506,468. Situated in the Central region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Moscow is one of Russia's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
1,927 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to crossing an ocean or continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 1,927 km between Baku and Moscow means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 6.4 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 55min.
Combined, Baku and Moscow have a population of over 14,742,468 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Asia to Europe, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Baku to Moscow is approximately 1,927 kilometers (1,197 miles, 1,040 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 55min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 31h 19min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Moscow is approximately Same timezone compared to Baku.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,505 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,927 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.