Moscow is 8 hours ahead of New York during EST (winter), and 7 hours ahead during EDT (summer). When it's 9:00 AM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Moscow. Russia does not observe DST (discontinued in 2014).
The time difference shifts by 1 hour when New York switches between EST and EDT while Moscow stays on MSK (Moscow Standard Time, UTC+3) year-round.
Early morning NY works! 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM New York corresponds to 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Moscow. NY morning catches Moscow afternoon.
Moscow is Russia's capital and largest city, home to Red Square and the Kremlin. Direct flights are currently limited due to geopolitics. Major hub for energy, tech, and cultural exchange.