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Thailand
China
Area Comparison
Bangkok is 10.5x smaller than Beijing
Population Comparison
Bangkok has 2.0x fewer people than Beijing
Beijing is significantly larger, covering 10.5 times the area of Bangkok. Beijing spans 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) while Bangkok covers 1,569 km² (606 mi²) — a difference of 14,842 km². You could fit Bangkok inside Beijing approximately 10 times.
To put Bangkok's size in perspective, its area of 1,569 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Beijing at 16,411 km² is about 2.6x the size of Shanghai.
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
China's capital and political center. Also known as "The Northern Capital", Beijing has an area of 16,411 km² and is home to 21.5 million people. It was founded around 1045 BC. Visitors come for The Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Beijing Subway.
Beijing's administrative area of 16,411 km² makes it larger than many small countries
Looking beyond city limits, the Beijing metropolitan area covers 16,411 km², which is 2.1x larger than greater Bangkok at 7,762 km². The Beijing metro area is also more populous, with 21.5 million people compared to 16.2 million.
Bangkok has a population density of 6,718 people per km² — a densely populated city. Beijing, with 1,313 people per km², is a relatively spread-out city. Bangkok is dramatically more crowded, with 5.1x the population density.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Bangkok (Thailand) and Beijing (China) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Bangkok has a tropical savanna climate while Beijing experiences humid continental conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Bangkok stays around 26°C while Beijing drops to -3°C.
Size Ratio
Bangkok fits inside Beijing ~10 times
Density Gap
Bangkok is 5.1x more densely populated
History
Beijing is ~2,827 years older
The straight-line distance from Bangkok to Beijing is 3,296 km (2,048 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~4h 23m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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