Bangkok vs Barcelona - City Size Comparison

Is Bangkok Bigger Than Barcelona?

In terms of area, Bangkok is 15.5x the size of Barcelona. Bangkok spans 1,569 km² (606 mi²) while Barcelona covers 101 km² (39 mi²) — a difference of 1,468 km². You could fit Barcelona inside Bangkok approximately 15 times.

About Bangkok

Thailand's capital and largest city. Known as "City of Angels", Bangkok covers 1,569 km² with a population of 10.5 million. The city was established in 1782. Bangkok is known for Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Floating markets, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the BTS Skytrain & MRT.

Bangkok's full ceremonial name is 168 characters long, making it the longest city name in the world

About Barcelona

A Mediterranean city known for Gaudi's architecture. Often called "The City of Counts", Barcelona has an area of 101 km² and is home to 1.7 million people. It was founded around 230 BC. Visitors come for Sagrada Família, Park Güell, La Rambla, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Barcelona Metro (TMB).

Gaudí's Sagrada Família has been under construction since 1882 and is expected to be completed around 2026

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Bangkok metropolitan area covers 7,762 km², which is 9.7x larger than greater Barcelona at 803 km². The Bangkok metro area is also more populous, with 16.2 million people compared to 5.6 million.

Population Density

Bangkok has a population density of 6,718 people per km² — a densely populated city. Barcelona, with 16,436 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Barcelona is noticeably denser, packing 2.4 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Bangkok has a tropical savanna climate while Barcelona experiences Mediterranean conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Bangkok stays around 26°C while Barcelona drops to 10°C. When it's noon in Bangkok, it's 6:00 AM in Barcelona — a 6-hour time difference.