City Map Compare/Atlanta vs Manila
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Atlanta

348 km²

Manila

43 km²

Atlanta vs Manila - City Size Comparison

Atlanta vs Manila - City Size Comparison

Atlanta

United States

Area348 km²
Population0.50M
Density1,437 /km²
Elevation225 m
Founded1845
Manila

Philippines

Area43 km²
Population1.85M
Density43,023 /km²
Elevation5 m
Metro Pop.13.9M
Founded1571
Climatetropical savanna

Area Comparison

Atlanta is 8.1x larger than Manila

Population Comparison

Atlanta has 3.7x fewer people than Manila

Is Atlanta Bigger Than Manila?

Atlanta is significantly larger, covering 8.1 times the area of Manila. Atlanta spans 348 km² (134 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 305 km². You could fit Manila inside Atlanta approximately 8 times.

To put Atlanta's size in perspective, its area of 348 km² is about 1.6x the size of Amsterdam. Meanwhile, Manila at 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan.

In more relatable units, Atlanta's 348 km² is about 49,000 American football fields, 170 times the area of Monaco, or 100 times the area of Central Park. For Manila, that's about 6,000 American football fields, 88 times the area of Vatican City, or 21 times the area of Monaco.

About Atlanta

Atlanta is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the county seat of Fulton County and extends into neighboring DeKalb County. With a population of 498,715 at the 2020 census and an estimated 520,070 in 2024, Atlanta is the eighth-most populous city in the Southeast and the 36th-most populous city in the United States. Atlanta is classified as a Beta+ global city.

Known as "The ATL", Atlanta covers 348 km² with a population of 0.5 million. The city was established in 1845. Atlanta is known for Coca-Cola headquarters, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, Georgia Aquarium, among other attractions.

Atlanta is Georgia's capital and most populous city, with around 520,070 residents estimated in 2024.

About Manila

Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city. With 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer (116,380/sq mi), Manila is one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.

Also known as "Pearl of the Orient", 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, Manila Bay, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LRT & MRT Manila.

Manila has 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer, making it one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.

Population Density

Atlanta has a population density of 1,437 people per km² — a relatively spread-out 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 29.9x the population density.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Manila fits inside Atlanta ~8 times

Density Gap

Manila is 29.9x more densely populated

History

Manila is ~274 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Atlanta

Atlanta covers 348 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Dhaka (368 km²), Seattle (369 km²), Philadelphia (370 km²), Portland (376 km²), or Munich (311 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to Manila

Manila covers 43 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Athens (39 km²), Tel Aviv (52 km²), Zurich (88 km²), Copenhagen (91 km²), or Lisbon (100 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is larger, Atlanta or Manila?
Atlanta is 8.1 times larger than Manila by area. Atlanta covers 348 km² while Manila spans 43 km², a difference of 305 km².
How many times does Manila fit inside Atlanta?
Manila (43 km²) fits inside Atlanta (348 km²) approximately 8 times. That means Atlanta is 8.1x the area of Manila.
What is the population difference between Atlanta and Manila?
Manila has approximately 1.9 million people, while Atlanta has about 0.5 million. Manila has 1.4 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Atlanta or Manila?
Manila is more densely populated with 43,023 people per km², compared to 1,437 people per km².
Which city is older, Atlanta or Manila?
Manila is older, founded around 1571, while Atlanta was established around 1845 — a difference of about 274 years.
How does the map comparison work?
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Distance Between Atlanta and Manila

The straight-line distance from Atlanta to Manila is 14,004 km (8,702 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~16h 59m.

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