Moscow to Klaipėda flights
Klaipėda lies 1,029 km (640 mi) west of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 4 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Moscow | Klaipėda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Lithuania |
| Population | 10.4 million | 172,292 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Vilnius) |
| Nearest large airport | SVO, 28 km out | PLQ, 30 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Klaipėda
Crossing from Russia into Lithuania: money changes from the Ruble to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +370; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648899.
Airports at each end
Leaving Moscow
Moscow is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vnukovo International Airport (VKO, 29 km), Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA, 40 km), Domodedovo International Airport (DME, 42 km).
Arriving in Klaipėda
Klaipėda is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Palanga International Airport (PLQ), 30 km (19 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,480 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Khrabrovo Airport (KGD, 97 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palanga International Airport | PLQ | 30 km (19 mi) | 7,480 ft | 33 ft |
| Khrabrovo Airport | KGD | 97 km (60 mi) | 10,991 ft | 42 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Klaipėda from Moscow?
1,029 km (640 mi) in a straight line, west of Moscow.
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Klaipėda by air?
About 2 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow and Klaipėda?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Moscow to Klaipėda flights?
Typically Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Palanga International Airport (PLQ); Klaipėda also has KGD.
What currency do I need in Klaipėda?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.