Beijing vs Madrid - City Size Comparison

Is Beijing Bigger Than Madrid?

Beijing is significantly larger, covering 27.2 times the area of Madrid. Beijing spans 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) while Madrid covers 604 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 15,807 km². You could fit Madrid inside Beijing approximately 27 times.

About Beijing

China's capital and political center. Known as "The Northern Capital", Beijing covers 16,411 km² with a population of 21.5 million. The city was founded around 1045 BC. Beijing is known for The Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Beijing Subway.

Beijing's administrative area of 16,411 km² makes it larger than many small countries

About Madrid

Spain's capital and largest city. Also known as "The Capital of the Sun", Madrid has an area of 604 km² and is home to 3.3 million people. Its history stretches back to 852. Visitors come for Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Madrid Metro.

Madrid is the highest capital city in the European Union at 650 meters above sea level

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Beijing metropolitan area covers 16,411 km², which is 2.0x larger than greater Madrid at 8,028 km². The Beijing metro area is also more populous, with 21.5 million people compared to 6.8 million.

Population Density

Beijing has a population density of 1,313 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Madrid, with 5,513 people per km², is a densely populated city. Madrid is dramatically more crowded, with 4.2x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Beijing has a humid continental climate while Madrid experiences hot-summer Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in Beijing, it's 5:00 AM in Madrid — a 7-hour time difference.