Dubai vs Sydney - City Size Comparison

Is Dubai Bigger Than Sydney?

In terms of area, Sydney is 3.0x the size of Dubai. Sydney spans 12,368 km² (4,775 mi²) while Dubai covers 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²) — a difference of 8,254 km². You could fit Dubai inside Sydney approximately 3 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 Sydney

Australia's largest city, known for the Opera House. Often called "The Harbour City", Sydney has an area of 12,368 km² and is home to 5.3 million people. The city dates back to 1788. Visitors come for Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Sydney Trains.

Sydney's administrative area is so large it stretches from the coast to the Blue Mountains foothills

Population Density

Dubai has a population density of 809 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Sydney, with 429 people per km², is a low-density, sprawling urban area. Dubai is noticeably denser, packing 1.9 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Dubai has a hot desert climate while Sydney experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Dubai averages 36°C compared to 23°C in Sydney. When it's noon in Sydney, it's 6:00 AM in Dubai — a 6-hour time difference.