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Germany
India
Area Comparison
Berlin is 1.7x smaller than Delhi
Population Comparison
Berlin has 4.6x fewer people than Delhi
Delhi is significantly larger, covering 1.7 times the area of Berlin. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Berlin covers 892 km² (344 mi²) — a difference of 592 km².
To put Berlin's size in perspective, its area of 892 km² is about 1.1x the size of New York City. Meanwhile, Delhi at 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London.
Germany's capital and largest city. Known as "The Grey City", Berlin covers 892 km² with a population of 3.6 million. The city was established in 1237. Berlin is known for Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall remnants, Museum Island, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the BVG (U-Bahn & S-Bahn).
Berlin has more bridges than Venice — over 1,700 compared to Venice's 400
India's capital territory and a historic city. Often called "Dilli", Delhi has an area of 1,484 km² and is home to 16.8 million people. Its history stretches back to 1500 BC. Visitors come for Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Delhi Metro.
Delhi has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years and served as capital for multiple empires
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 12.3x larger than greater Berlin at 3,743 km². The Delhi metro area is also more populous, with 32.9 million people compared to 6.1 million.
Berlin has a population density of 4,092 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Delhi, with 11,314 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Delhi is noticeably denser, packing 2.8 times more people per square kilometer.
This comparison spans continents — Berlin in Europe versus Delhi in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Berlin has a oceanic climate while Delhi experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Delhi averages 34°C compared to 19°C in Berlin. When it's noon in Delhi, it's 7.5:00 AM in Berlin — a 4.5-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Delhi is 2.8x more densely populated
Time Difference
4.5 hours apart
History
Delhi is ~2,737 years older
The straight-line distance from Berlin to Delhi is 5,766 km (3,583 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~7h 17m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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