Delhi vs Hong Kong - City Size Comparison

Is Delhi Bigger Than Hong Kong?

Yes — Delhi is 1.3x larger than Hong Kong by area. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Hong Kong covers 1,114 km² (430 mi²) — a difference of 370 km².

About Delhi

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

About Hong Kong

A major financial hub and special administrative region of China. Often called "Pearl of the Orient", Hong Kong has an area of 1,114 km² and is home to 7.4 million people. Its history stretches back to 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

Population Density

Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Hong Kong, with 6,652 people per km², is a densely populated city. Delhi is noticeably denser, packing 1.7 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Both cities share a humid subtropical climate, though local geography creates distinct microclimates in each. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's 9.5:00 AM in Delhi — a 2.5-hour time difference.