City Map Compare/Dallas vs Tokyo
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Dallas

997 km²

Tokyo

2,194 km²

Dallas vs Tokyo - City Size Comparison

Dallas vs Tokyo - City Size Comparison

Dallas

United States

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

Japan

Area2,194 km²
Population13.96M
Density6,363 /km²
Elevation40 m
Metro Pop.37.4M
Founded1457
Climatehumid subtropical

Area Comparison

Dallas is 2.2x smaller than Tokyo

Population Comparison

Dallas has 10.7x fewer people than Tokyo

Is Dallas Bigger Than Tokyo?

Tokyo is significantly larger, covering 2.2 times the area of Dallas. Tokyo spans 2,194 km² (847 mi²) while Dallas covers 997 km² (385 mi²) — a difference of 1,197 km². You could fit Dallas inside Tokyo approximately 2 times.

To put Dallas's size in perspective, its area of 997 km² is about 1.1x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Tokyo at 2,194 km² is about 1.1x smaller than Moscow.

Dallas's footprint is roughly about 140,000 American football fields, 17 times the area of Manhattan, or 9 times the area of Paris — pick whichever unit feels intuitive. For Tokyo, that's about 307,000 American football fields, 37 times the area of Manhattan, or 21 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 Tokyo

Tokyo, officially the Tokyo Metropolis, is the capital and most populous city of Japan. With a population of over 14 million in the city proper in 2023, it is one of the most populous urban areas in the world. The Greater Tokyo Area, which includes Tokyo and parts of six neighboring prefectures, is the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with 41 million residents as of 2024.

Often called "Eastern Capital", Tokyo has an area of 2,194 km² and is home to 14.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 1457. Visitors come for Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Tokyo Metro & JR East.

Greater Tokyo holds 41 million residents as of 2024, making it the most populous metropolitan area on Earth.

Population Density

Dallas has a population density of 1,304 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Tokyo, with 6,363 people per km², is a densely populated city. Tokyo is dramatically more crowded, with 4.9x the population density.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Dallas fits inside Tokyo ~2 times

Density Gap

Tokyo is 4.9x more densely populated

History

Tokyo is ~384 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 Tokyo

Tokyo covers 2,194 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Ho Chi Minh City (2,061 km²), Shenzhen (1,997 km²), Cape Town (2,455 km²), Moscow (2,511 km²), or Lima (2,672 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is larger, Dallas or Tokyo?
Tokyo is 2.2 times larger than Dallas by area. Tokyo covers 2,194 km² while Dallas spans 997 km², a difference of 1,197 km².
How many times does Dallas fit inside Tokyo?
Dallas (997 km²) fits inside Tokyo (2,194 km²) approximately 2 times. That means Tokyo is 2.2x the area of Dallas.
What is the population difference between Dallas and Tokyo?
Tokyo has approximately 14.0 million people, while Dallas has about 1.3 million. Tokyo has 12.7 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Dallas or Tokyo?
Tokyo is more densely populated with 6,363 people per km², compared to 1,304 people per km².
Which city is older, Dallas or Tokyo?
Tokyo is older, founded around 1457, while Dallas was established around 1841 — a difference of about 384 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 Tokyo

The straight-line distance from Dallas to Tokyo is 10,400 km (6,462 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~12h 44m.

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