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Netherlands
Philippines
Area Comparison
Amsterdam is 5.1x larger than Manila
Population Comparison
Amsterdam has 2.0x fewer people than Manila
Amsterdam is significantly larger, covering 5.1 times the area of Manila. Amsterdam spans 219 km² (85 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 176 km². You could fit Manila inside Amsterdam approximately 5 times.
To put Amsterdam's size in perspective, its area of 219 km² is about 1.2x the size of Washington D.C.. Meanwhile, Manila at 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan.
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
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Nicknamed "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila has an area of 43 km² and is home to 1.9 million people. Its history stretches back to 1571. Visitors come for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LRT & MRT Manila.
At 43 km², Manila's city proper is one of the smallest in Asia but has the highest population density of any major city in the world
Looking beyond city limits, the Amsterdam metropolitan area covers 2,580 km², which is 4.2x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Manila metro area is also more populous, with 13.9 million people compared to 2.5 million.
Amsterdam has a population density of 4,201 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Manila, with 43,023 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 10.2x the population density.
This comparison spans continents — Amsterdam in Europe versus Manila in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Amsterdam has a oceanic climate while Manila experiences tropical savanna conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Manila stays around 26°C while Amsterdam drops to 3°C. When it's noon in Manila, it's 5:00 AM in Amsterdam — a 7-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Amsterdam ~5 times
Density Gap
Manila is 10.2x more densely populated
Time Difference
7 hours apart
History
Amsterdam is ~296 years older
The straight-line distance from Amsterdam to Manila is 10,391 km (6,457 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~12h 43m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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