City Map Compare/Abu Dhabi vs Mumbai
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Abu Dhabi

972 km²

Mumbai

603 km²

Abu Dhabi vs Mumbai - City Size Comparison

Abu Dhabi vs Mumbai - City Size Comparison

Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates

Area972 km²
Population1.57M
Density1,615 /km²
Elevation14 m
Climatedesert climate
Mumbai

India

Area603 km²
Population12.44M
Density20,630 /km²
Elevation14 m
Metro Pop.20.7M
Founded1507
Climatetropical wet and dry

Area Comparison

Abu Dhabi is 1.6x larger than Mumbai

Population Comparison

Abu Dhabi has 7.9x fewer people than Mumbai

Is Abu Dhabi Bigger Than Mumbai?

Yes — Abu Dhabi is 1.6x larger than Mumbai by area. Abu Dhabi spans 972 km² (375 mi²) while Mumbai covers 603 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 369 km².

To put Abu Dhabi's size in perspective, its area of 972 km² is roughly the same size as Berlin. Meanwhile, Mumbai at 603 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul.

Picture Abu Dhabi another way: its area is large enough to fit about 136,000 American football fields, 16 times the area of Manhattan, or 9 times the area of Paris. Mumbai works out to about 84,000 American football fields, 180 times the area of Central Park, or 10 times the area of Manhattan.

About Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The city is the seat of the Abu Dhabi Central Capital District, the capital city of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and the UAE's second-most populous city, after Dubai. The city is situated on a T-shaped island, extending into the Persian Gulf from the central-western coast of the UAE.

Abu Dhabi covers 972 km² with a population of 1.6 million. Abu Dhabi is known for Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace, among other attractions.

Abu Dhabi sits on a T-shaped island extending into the Persian Gulf from the UAE's central-western coast.

About Mumbai

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai is the financial capital and the most populous city proper of India, with an estimated population of 12.5 million (1.25 crore). Mumbai is the centre of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, which is among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world with a population of over 23 million. Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour.

Often called "Bombay", Mumbai has an area of 603 km² and is home to 12.4 million people. The city dates back to 1507. Visitors come for Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Bollywood, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Mumbai Suburban Railway.

Mumbai is the most populous city proper in India and serves as the country's financial capital with around 12.5 million residents.

Population Density

Abu Dhabi has a population density of 1,615 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Mumbai, with 20,630 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Mumbai is dramatically more crowded, with 12.8x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Abu Dhabi has a desert climate climate while Mumbai experiences tropical wet and dry conditions.

Key Differences at a Glance

Density Gap

Mumbai is 12.8x more densely populated

Cities Similar in Size to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi covers 972 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include San Diego (964 km²), Dallas (997 km²), Berlin (892 km²), Hong Kong (1,114 km²), or Santiago (838 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to Mumbai

Mumbai covers 603 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Madrid (604 km²), Seoul (605 km²), Chicago (606 km²), Toronto (630 km²), or Hyderabad (650 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abu Dhabi bigger than Mumbai?
Abu Dhabi is 1.6 times larger than Mumbai by area. Abu Dhabi covers 972 km² while Mumbai spans 603 km², a difference of 369 km².
How many times does Mumbai fit inside Abu Dhabi?
Mumbai (603 km²) fits inside Abu Dhabi (972 km²) approximately 1 times. That means Abu Dhabi is 1.6x the area of Mumbai.
What is the population difference between Abu Dhabi and Mumbai?
Mumbai has approximately 12.4 million people, while Abu Dhabi has about 1.6 million. Mumbai has 10.9 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Abu Dhabi or Mumbai?
Mumbai is more densely populated with 20,630 people per km², compared to 1,615 people per km².
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Distance Between Abu Dhabi and Mumbai

The straight-line distance from Abu Dhabi to Mumbai is 2,001 km (1,243 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 51m.

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