Moscow → Washington, D.C.: Time Difference
Washington, D.C. is 7 hours behind Moscow.
How the difference works
Moscow uses Europe/Moscow (UTC+3 standard time) and Washington, D.C. uses America/New_York (UTC-5 standard time) — a standard-time gap of 8 hours behind Moscow. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Moscow does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
Distance: about 7,821 km (4,860 mi) great-circle distance.
Moscow → Washington, D.C., hour by hour
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Moscow and Washington, D.C.?
In standard time, Washington, D.C. is 8 hours behind Moscow. Washington, D.C. observes daylight saving time while Moscow does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
When it is 9:00 in Moscow, what time is it in Washington, D.C.?
In standard time it is 01:00 in Washington, D.C.. During daylight saving periods the answer can move by an hour — the live table on this page always reflects today's rules.
How far is Washington, D.C. from Moscow?
About 7,821 km (4,860 miles) as the crow flies, computed from city-center coordinates.