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India
UAE
Area Comparison
Delhi is 2.8x smaller than Dubai
Population Comparison
Delhi has 5.0x more people than Dubai
In terms of area, Dubai is 2.8x the size of Delhi. Dubai spans 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²) while Delhi covers 1,484 km² (573 mi²) — a difference of 2,630 km². You could fit Delhi inside Dubai approximately 2 times.
To put Delhi's size in perspective, its area of 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Dubai at 4,114 km² is roughly the same size as Rhode Island.
India's capital territory and a historic city. Known as "Dilli", Delhi covers 1,484 km² with a population of 16.8 million. The city was founded around 1500 BC. Delhi is known for Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Delhi Metro.
Delhi has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years and served as capital for multiple empires
A global city and business hub in the Middle East. Also known as "City of Gold", Dubai has an area of 4,114 km² and is home to 3.3 million people. Its history stretches back to 1833. Visitors come for Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Dubai Metro.
Dubai went from a small fishing village to a global metropolis in just 50 years
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Dubai, with 809 people per km², is a relatively spread-out city. Delhi is dramatically more crowded, with 14.0x the population density.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Delhi (India) and Dubai (UAE) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Dubai experiences hot desert conditions.
Size Ratio
Delhi fits inside Dubai ~2 times
Density Gap
Delhi is 14.0x more densely populated
History
Delhi is ~3,333 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Dubai is 2,195 km (1,364 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 5m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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