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India
Indonesia
Area Comparison
Delhi is 2.2x larger than Jakarta
Population Comparison
Delhi has 1.6x more people than Jakarta
In terms of area, Delhi is 2.2x the size of Jakarta. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 822 km². You could fit Jakarta inside Delhi approximately 2 times.
To put Delhi's size in perspective, its area of 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Jakarta at 662 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul.
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
Indonesia's capital and largest city. Also known as "The Big Durian", Jakarta has an area of 662 km² and is home to 10.6 million people. Its history stretches back to 1527. Visitors come for National Monument (Monas), Old Town (Kota Tua), Street food, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Jakarta MRT.
Jakarta is sinking so fast that Indonesia is building a new capital city called Nusantara
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 7.2x larger than greater Jakarta at 6,392 km². The Jakarta metro area is also more populous, with 34.5 million people compared to 32.9 million.
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Jakarta, with 15,952 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Both cities have comparable density, though Jakarta is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Delhi (India) and Jakarta (Indonesia) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Jakarta experiences tropical monsoon conditions.
Size Ratio
Jakarta fits inside Delhi ~2 times
Density Gap
Jakarta is 1.4x more densely populated
History
Delhi is ~3,027 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Jakarta is 5,021 km (3,120 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~6h 24m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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