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China
Indonesia
Area Comparison
Hong Kong is 1.7x larger than Jakarta
Population Comparison
Hong Kong has 1.4x fewer people than Jakarta
In terms of area, Hong Kong is 1.7x the size of Jakarta. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 452 km².
To put Hong Kong's size in perspective, its area of 1,114 km² is about 1.2x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Jakarta at 662 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul.
A major financial hub and special administrative region of China. Known as "Pearl of the Orient", Hong Kong covers 1,114 km² with a population of 7.4 million. The city was established in 1841. Hong Kong is known for Victoria Harbour skyline, Dim sum cuisine, Star Ferry, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the MTR Hong Kong.
Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world, with over 480 buildings above 150 meters
Indonesia's capital and largest city. Nicknamed "The Big Durian", Jakarta has an area of 662 km² and is home to 10.6 million people. It was established in 1527. Visitors come for National Monument (Monas), Old Town (Kota Tua), Street food, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Jakarta MRT.
Jakarta is sinking so fast that Indonesia is building a new capital city called Nusantara
Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Jakarta, with 15,952 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Jakarta is noticeably denser, packing 2.4 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Hong Kong (China) and Jakarta (Indonesia) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate while Jakarta experiences tropical monsoon conditions.
Density Gap
Jakarta is 2.4x more densely populated
History
Jakarta is ~314 years older
The straight-line distance from Hong Kong to Jakarta is 3,271 km (2,032 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~4h 21m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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