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Vietnam
Philippines
Area Comparison
Hanoi is 78.1x larger than Manila
Population Comparison
Hanoi has 4.4x more people than Manila
Yes — Hanoi is 78.1x larger than Manila by area. Hanoi spans 3,359 km² (1,297 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 3,316 km². You could fit Manila inside Hanoi approximately 78 times.
To put Hanoi's size in perspective, its area of 3,359 km² is about 1.2x smaller than Rhode Island. Meanwhile, Manila at 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan.
Vietnam's capital with over a thousand years of history. Known as "The City of the Ascending Dragon", Hanoi covers 3,359 km² with a population of 8.1 million. The city was established in 1010. Hanoi is known for Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Old Quarter (36 Streets), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Hanoi Metro.
Hanoi's Old Quarter has been a trading hub for nearly 1,000 years, with each street historically dedicated to a specific trade
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Often called "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila has an area of 43 km² and is home to 1.9 million people. Its history stretches back to 1571. Visitors come for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LRT & MRT Manila.
At 43 km², Manila's city proper is one of the smallest in Asia but has the highest population density of any major city in the world
Looking beyond city limits, the Hanoi metropolitan area covers 3,359 km², which is 5.4x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Manila metro area is also more populous, with 13.9 million people compared to 8.1 million.
Hanoi has a population density of 2,397 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Manila, with 43,023 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 17.9x the population density.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Hanoi (Vietnam) and Manila (Philippines) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Hanoi has a humid subtropical climate while Manila experiences tropical savanna conditions.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Hanoi ~78 times
Density Gap
Manila is 17.9x more densely populated
History
Hanoi is ~561 years older
The straight-line distance from Hanoi to Manila is 1,755 km (1,090 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 34m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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