Dubai vs Ho Chi Minh City - City Size Comparison

Is Dubai Bigger Than Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes — Dubai is 2.0x larger than Ho Chi Minh City by area. Dubai spans 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²) while Ho Chi Minh City covers 2,061 km² (796 mi²) — a difference of 2,053 km².

About Dubai

A global city and business hub in the Middle East. Known as "City of Gold", Dubai covers 4,114 km² with a population of 3.3 million. The city was established in 1833. Dubai is known for Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Dubai Metro.

Dubai went from a small fishing village to a global metropolis in just 50 years

About Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam's largest city and economic center. Also known as "Saigon", Ho Chi Minh City has an area of 2,061 km² and is home to 9.0 million people. The city dates back to 1698. Visitors come for War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, Bến Thành Market, and much more. Getting around is easy with the HCMC Metro (opening 2024).

The city was renamed from Saigon in 1976, but locals still commonly call it Saigon

Population Density

Dubai has a population density of 809 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Ho Chi Minh City, with 4,362 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Ho Chi Minh City is dramatically more crowded, with 5.4x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Dubai has a hot desert climate while Ho Chi Minh City experiences tropical savanna conditions. When it's noon in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 9:00 AM in Dubai — a 3-hour time difference.