Amsterdam vs Hanoi - City Size Comparison

Is Amsterdam Bigger Than Hanoi?

Hanoi is significantly larger, covering 15.3 times the area of Amsterdam. Hanoi spans 3,359 km² (1,297 mi²) while Amsterdam covers 219 km² (85 mi²) — a difference of 3,140 km². You could fit Amsterdam inside Hanoi approximately 15 times.

About Amsterdam

Capital of the Netherlands, known for its canals. Known as "Venice of the North", Amsterdam covers 219 km² with a population of 0.9 million. The city was established in 1275. Amsterdam is known for Canal ring, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the GVB (Metro & Tram).

Amsterdam sits 2 meters below sea level and is protected by an elaborate system of dikes and pumping stations

About Hanoi

Vietnam's capital with over a thousand years of history. Also known as "The City of the Ascending Dragon", Hanoi has an area of 3,359 km² and is home to 8.1 million people. It was established in 1010. Visitors come for Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Old Quarter (36 Streets), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Hanoi Metro.

Hanoi's Old Quarter has been a trading hub for nearly 1,000 years, with each street historically dedicated to a specific trade

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Hanoi metropolitan area covers 3,359 km², which is 1.3x larger than greater Amsterdam at 2,580 km². The Hanoi metro area is also more populous, with 8.1 million people compared to 2.5 million.

Population Density

Amsterdam has a population density of 4,201 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Hanoi, with 2,397 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Amsterdam is noticeably denser, packing 1.8 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Amsterdam has a oceanic climate while Hanoi experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Hanoi averages 30°C compared to 17°C in Amsterdam. When it's noon in Hanoi, it's 6:00 AM in Amsterdam — a 6-hour time difference.