City Map Compare/Dallas vs Prague
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Dallas

997 km²

Prague

496 km²

Dallas vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Dallas vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Dallas

United States

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

Czech Republic

Area496 km²
Population1.40M
Density2,823 /km²
Elevation235 m
Founded800

Area Comparison

Dallas is 2.0x larger than Prague

Population Comparison

Dallas has 1.1x fewer people than Prague

Is Dallas Bigger Than Prague?

Yes — Dallas is 2.0x larger than Prague by area. Dallas spans 997 km² (385 mi²) while Prague covers 496 km² (192 mi²) — a difference of 501 km². You could fit Prague inside Dallas approximately 2 times.

To put Dallas's size in perspective, its area of 997 km² is about 1.1x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Prague at 496 km² is about 1.2x smaller than Seoul.

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. Prague works out to about 69,000 American football fields, 150 times the area of Central Park, or 8 times the area of Manhattan.

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 Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Located on the Vltava River, the city has a population of about 1.4 million, making it the twelfth-largest city in the European Union. Its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.

Often called "The City of a Hundred Spires", Prague has an area of 496 km² and is home to 1.4 million people. It was established in 800. Visitors come for Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square, and much more.

Prague is the historical capital of Bohemia and today serves as the Czech Republic's capital and largest city.

Population Density

Dallas has a population density of 1,304 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Prague, with 2,823 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Prague is noticeably denser, packing 2.2 times more people per square kilometer.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Prague fits inside Dallas ~2 times

Density Gap

Prague is 2.2x more densely populated

History

Prague is ~1,041 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 Prague

Prague covers 496 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Montreal (498 km²), Warsaw (517 km²), Budapest (525 km²), Oslo (454 km²), or Auckland (559 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dallas bigger than Prague?
Dallas is 2.0 times larger than Prague by area. Dallas covers 997 km² while Prague spans 496 km², a difference of 501 km².
How many times does Prague fit inside Dallas?
Prague (496 km²) fits inside Dallas (997 km²) approximately 2 times. That means Dallas is 2.0x the area of Prague.
What is the population difference between Dallas and Prague?
Prague has approximately 1.4 million people, while Dallas has about 1.3 million. Prague has 0.1 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Dallas or Prague?
Prague is more densely populated with 2,823 people per km², compared to 1,304 people per km².
Which city is older, Dallas or Prague?
Prague is older, founded around 800, while Dallas was established around 1841 — a difference of about 1041 years.
How does the map comparison work?
Our synchronized map comparison tool displays both cities at the same zoom level. When you zoom in or out on one map, the other automatically adjusts to maintain the same scale, allowing you to directly compare the relative sizes of both cities.
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Distance Between Dallas and Prague

The straight-line distance from Dallas to Prague is 8,595 km (5,341 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~10h 37m.

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