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India
Iran
Area Comparison
Delhi is 2.0x larger than Tehran
Population Comparison
Delhi has 1.8x more people than Tehran
Yes — Delhi is 2.0x larger than Tehran by area. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Tehran covers 730 km² (282 mi²) — a difference of 754 km². You could fit Tehran 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, Tehran at 730 km² is roughly the same size as New York City.
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
Iran's capital and largest city. Also known as "The City of 72 Nations", Tehran has an area of 730 km² and is home to 9.1 million people. The city dates back to 1524. Visitors come for Golestan Palace, Grand Bazaar, Milad Tower, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Tehran Metro.
Tehran sits at the foot of Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in Asia at 5,610 meters
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 20.7x larger than greater Tehran at 2,235 km². The Delhi metro area is also more populous, with 32.9 million people compared to 16.0 million.
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Tehran, with 12,507 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Both cities have comparable density, though Tehran is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Delhi (India) and Tehran (Iran) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Tehran experiences hot-summer Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in Delhi, it's 10:00 AM in Tehran — a 2-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Tehran fits inside Delhi ~2 times
History
Delhi is ~3,024 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Tehran is 2,532 km (1,574 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 29m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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