Delhi vs Singapore - City Size Comparison

Is Delhi Bigger Than Singapore?

Yes — Delhi is 2.0x larger than Singapore by area. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Singapore covers 733 km² (283 mi²) — a difference of 751 km². You could fit Singapore inside Delhi approximately 2 times.

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 Singapore

A global financial center and city-state in Southeast Asia. Often called "The Lion City", Singapore has an area of 733 km² and is home to 5.5 million people. Its history stretches back to 1819. Visitors come for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Changi Airport, and much more. Getting around is easy with the MRT Singapore.

Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world

Population Density

Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Singapore, with 7,435 people per km², is a densely populated city. Delhi is noticeably denser, packing 1.5 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Singapore experiences tropical rainforest conditions. When it's noon in Singapore, it's 9.5:00 AM in Delhi — a 2.5-hour time difference.