Hong Kong vs Mumbai - City Size Comparison

Is Hong Kong Bigger Than Mumbai?

Yes — Hong Kong is 1.8x larger than Mumbai by area. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Mumbai covers 603 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 511 km².

About Hong Kong

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

About Mumbai

India's financial capital and most populous city. Often called "The City of Dreams", Mumbai has an area of 603 km² and is home to 12.4 million people. Its history stretches back to 1507. Visitors come for Gateway of India, Bollywood film industry, Marine Drive, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Mumbai Suburban Railway.

Mumbai's dabbawalas deliver 200,000 lunchboxes daily with an error rate of 1 in 16 million

Population Density

Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Mumbai, with 20,630 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Mumbai is dramatically more crowded, with 3.1x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate while Mumbai experiences tropical wet and dry conditions. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's 9.5:00 AM in Mumbai — a 2.5-hour time difference.