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Dallas

997 km²

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1,572 km²

Dallas vs London - City Size Comparison

Dallas vs London - City Size Comparison

Dallas

United States

Area997 km²
Population1.30M
Density1,304 /km²
Elevation131 m
Founded1841
London

UK

Area1,572 km²
Population8.98M
Density5,712 /km²
Elevation11 m
Metro Pop.14.3M
Founded43
Climateoceanic

Area Comparison

Dallas is 1.6x smaller than London

Population Comparison

Dallas has 6.9x fewer people than London

Is Dallas Bigger Than London?

Yes — London is 1.6x larger than Dallas by area. London spans 1,572 km² (607 mi²) while Dallas covers 997 km² (385 mi²) — a difference of 575 km².

To put Dallas's size in perspective, its area of 997 km² is about 1.1x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, London at 1,572 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Tokyo (city proper).

In more relatable units, Dallas's 997 km² is about 140,000 American football fields, 17 times the area of Manhattan, or 9 times the area of Paris. London works out to about 220,000 American football fields, 27 times the area of Manhattan, or 15 times the area of Paris.

About Dallas

Dallas is a city in the U.S. state of Texas. Located in the state's northern region, it is the ninth-most populous city in the United States and third-most populous city in Texas, with a population of 1.3 million at the 2020 census. Along with the city of Fort Worth, Dallas anchors the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, the fourth-most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. and the most populous metropolitan area in Texas, at 8.5 million people.

Known as "Big D", Dallas covers 997 km² with a population of 1.3 million. The city was established in 1841. Dallas is known for Dealey Plaza, Reunion Tower, Dallas Cowboys, among other attractions.

Dallas is the ninth-most populous U.S. city and the third-largest in Texas with 1.3 million residents.

About London

London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 9.1 million people in 2024. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.1 million. London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile (80 km) tidal estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years.

Often called "The Big Smoke", London has an area of 1,572 km² and is home to 9.0 million people. It was established in 43. Visitors come for Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, and much more. Getting around is easy with the London Underground.

London has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years, tracing its roots back to Roman times around 47 AD.

Population Density

Dallas has a population density of 1,304 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. London, with 5,712 people per km², is a densely populated city. London is dramatically more crowded, with 4.4x the population density.

Key Differences at a Glance

Density Gap

London is 4.4x more densely populated

History

London is ~1,798 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Dallas

Dallas covers 997 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Abu Dhabi (972 km²), San Diego (964 km²), Hong Kong (1,114 km²), Berlin (892 km²), or Lagos (1,172 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to London

London covers 1,572 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Bangkok (1,569 km²), Bogotá (1,578 km²), São Paulo (1,521 km²), Johannesburg (1,644 km²), or Mexico City (1,485 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is larger, Dallas or London?
London is 1.6 times larger than Dallas by area. London covers 1,572 km² while Dallas spans 997 km², a difference of 575 km².
How many times does Dallas fit inside London?
Dallas (997 km²) fits inside London (1,572 km²) approximately 1 times. That means London is 1.6x the area of Dallas.
What is the population difference between Dallas and London?
London has approximately 9.0 million people, while Dallas has about 1.3 million. London has 7.7 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Dallas or London?
London is more densely populated with 5,712 people per km², compared to 1,304 people per km².
Which city is older, Dallas or London?
London is older, founded around 43, while Dallas was established around 1841 — a difference of about 1798 years.
How does the map comparison work?
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Distance Between Dallas and London

The straight-line distance from Dallas to London is 7,642 km (4,748 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~9h 29m.

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