Germany
China
Area Comparison
Berlin is 1.2x smaller than Hong Kong
Population Comparison
Berlin has 2.0x fewer people than Hong Kong
In terms of area, Hong Kong is 1.2x the size of Berlin. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Berlin covers 892 km² (344 mi²) — a difference of 222 km².
To put Berlin's size in perspective, its area of 892 km² is about 1.1x the size of New York City. Meanwhile, Hong Kong at 1,114 km² is about 1.2x the size of Berlin.
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
A major financial hub and special administrative region of China. Also known as "Pearl of the Orient", Hong Kong has an area of 1,114 km² and is home to 7.4 million people. It was established in 1841. Visitors come for Victoria Harbour skyline, Dim sum cuisine, Star Ferry, and much more. Getting around is easy with the MTR Hong Kong.
Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world, with over 480 buildings above 150 meters
Berlin has a population density of 4,092 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Hong Kong, with 6,652 people per km², is a densely populated city. Hong Kong is noticeably denser, packing 1.6 times more people per square kilometer.
This comparison spans continents — Berlin in Europe versus Hong Kong in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Berlin has a oceanic climate while Hong Kong experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Hong Kong averages 29°C compared to 19°C in Berlin. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's 5:00 AM in Berlin — a 7-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Hong Kong is 1.6x more densely populated
Time Difference
7 hours apart
History
Berlin is ~604 years older
The straight-line distance from Berlin to Hong Kong is 8,749 km (5,436 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~10h 48m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
Want to explore more? Compare city sizes for any two cities worldwide, or share your location live with friends.