Dubai vs Madrid - City Size Comparison

Is Dubai Bigger Than Madrid?

Yes — Dubai is 6.8x larger than Madrid by area. Dubai spans 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²) while Madrid covers 604 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 3,510 km². You could fit Madrid inside Dubai approximately 6 times.

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 Madrid

Spain's capital and largest city. Nicknamed "The Capital of the Sun", Madrid has an area of 604 km² and is home to 3.3 million people. Its history stretches back to 852. Visitors come for Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Madrid Metro.

Madrid is the highest capital city in the European Union at 650 meters above sea level

Population Density

Dubai has a population density of 809 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Madrid, with 5,513 people per km², is a densely populated city. Madrid is dramatically more crowded, with 6.8x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Dubai has a hot desert climate while Madrid experiences hot-summer Mediterranean conditions. Summers are notably different: Dubai averages 36°C compared to 26°C in Madrid. When it's noon in Dubai, it's 9:00 AM in Madrid — a 3-hour time difference.