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China
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Area Comparison
Hong Kong is 1.2x smaller than Los Angeles
Population Comparison
Hong Kong has 1.9x more people than Los Angeles
Los Angeles is significantly larger, covering 1.2 times the area of Hong Kong. Los Angeles spans 1,302 km² (503 mi²) while Hong Kong covers 1,114 km² (430 mi²) — a difference of 188 km².
To put Hong Kong's size in perspective, its area of 1,114 km² is about 1.2x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Los Angeles at 1,302 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London.
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
The entertainment capital of the world. Also known as "LA", Los Angeles has an area of 1,302 km² and is home to 4.0 million people. The city dates back to 1781. Visitors come for Hollywood, Venice Beach, Griffith Observatory, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LA Metro.
LA's sprawling metro area is larger than some US states
Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Los Angeles, with 3,049 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Hong Kong is noticeably denser, packing 2.2 times more people per square kilometer.
This comparison spans continents — Hong Kong in Asia versus Los Angeles in North America. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate while Los Angeles experiences Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's midnight in Los Angeles — a 16-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Hong Kong is 2.2x more densely populated
Time Difference
16 hours apart
The straight-line distance from Hong Kong to Los Angeles is 11,649 km (7,239 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~14h 12m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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