Moscow, Russia → Tbilisi, Georgia · ✈ 2h 33min · 🚗 26h 45min
889 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Moscow to Tbilisi is 1,646 km (1,023 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 33min.
The straight-line distance from Moscow, Russia to Tbilisi, Georgia is approximately 1,646 kilometers (1,023 miles or 889 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Tbilisi is located southeast of Moscow. Moscow is in Europe, in the Central region of Russia, while Tbilisi is in Asia, in Tbilisi, Georgia. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,646 km | ~2h 33min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Moscow to Tbilisi. For 1,646 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Moscow sits at 55.7558°N, 37.6173°E, while Tbilisi is located at 41.7151°N, 44.8271°E. The initial compass bearing from Moscow to Tbilisi is 158° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Moscow heading roughly SSE. 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 14.04° and the longitude difference is 7.21°. 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 Moscow and Tbilisi is approximately 48.7906°N, 41.7288°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 823 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.
Moscow and Tbilisi 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.
Moscow is a major city in Russia with a population of approximately 12,506,468. Located in the Central region, it is an important hub in Europe. As one of the largest cities in Russia, Moscow is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
Tbilisi is a notable city in Georgia with a population of approximately 1,118,035. Situated in the Tbilisi region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Tbilisi offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Georgia.
1,646 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 1,646 km between Moscow and Tbilisi means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.5 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 33min.
Combined, Moscow and Tbilisi have a population of over 13,624,503 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to Asia, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Moscow to Tbilisi is approximately 1,646 kilometers (1,023 miles, 889 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 33min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 26h 45min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Tbilisi is approximately Same timezone compared to Moscow.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,140 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,646 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.