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India
Philippines
Area Comparison
Delhi is 34.5x larger than Manila
Population Comparison
Delhi has 9.1x more people than Manila
In terms of area, Delhi is 34.5x the size of Manila. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 1,441 km². You could fit Manila inside Delhi approximately 34 times.
To put Delhi's size in perspective, its area of 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Manila at 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan.
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
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Also known as "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila has an area of 43 km² and is home to 1.9 million people. It was established in 1571. Visitors come for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LRT & MRT Manila.
At 43 km², Manila's city proper is one of the smallest in Asia but has the highest population density of any major city in the world
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 74.5x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Delhi metro area is also more populous, with 32.9 million people compared to 13.9 million.
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Manila, with 43,023 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 3.8x the population density.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Delhi (India) and Manila (Philippines) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Manila experiences tropical savanna conditions. When it's noon in Manila, it's 9.5:00 AM in Delhi — a 2.5-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Delhi ~34 times
Density Gap
Manila is 3.8x more densely populated
History
Delhi is ~3,071 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Manila is 4,767 km (2,962 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~6h 7m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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