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Hong Kong

1,114 km²

Prague

496 km²

Hong Kong vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Hong Kong vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Hong Kong

China

Area1,114 km²
Population7.41M
Density6,652 /km²
Elevation32 m
Founded1841
Climatehumid subtropical
Prague

Czech Republic

Area496 km²
Population1.40M
Density2,823 /km²
Elevation235 m
Founded800

Area Comparison

Hong Kong is 2.2x larger than Prague

Population Comparison

Hong Kong has 5.3x more people than Prague

Is Hong Kong Bigger Than Prague?

Yes — Hong Kong is 2.2x larger than Prague by area. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Prague covers 496 km² (192 mi²) — a difference of 618 km². You could fit Prague inside Hong Kong approximately 2 times.

To put Hong Kong's size in perspective, its area of 1,114 km² is about 1.2x the size of Berlin. Meanwhile, Prague at 496 km² is about 1.2x smaller than Seoul.

In more relatable units, Hong Kong's 1,114 km² is about 156,000 American football fields, 19 times the area of Manhattan, or 11 times the area of Paris. Prague, by comparison, equals about 69,000 American football fields, 150 times the area of Central Park, or 8 times the area of Manhattan.

About Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. Situated on China's southern coast just south of Shenzhen, it consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. With 7.5 million residents in a 1,114-square-kilometre (430 sq mi) territory, Hong Kong is the fourth-most densely populated region in the world.

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, Victoria Peak, Star Ferry, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the MTR Hong Kong.

Hong Kong squeezes 7.5 million residents into 1,114 km2, making it the world's fourth-most densely populated region.

About Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Located on the Vltava River, the city has a population of about 1.4 million, making it the twelfth-largest city in the European Union. Its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.

Often called "The City of a Hundred Spires", Prague has an area of 496 km² and is home to 1.4 million people. Its history stretches back to 800. Visitors come for Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square, and much more.

Prague is the historical capital of Bohemia and today serves as the Czech Republic's capital and largest city.

Population Density

Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Prague, with 2,823 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Hong Kong is noticeably denser, packing 2.4 times more people per square kilometer.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Prague fits inside Hong Kong ~2 times

Density Gap

Hong Kong is 2.4x more densely populated

History

Prague is ~1,041 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Hong Kong

Hong Kong covers 1,114 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Lagos (1,172 km²), San Antonio (1,209 km²), Rio de Janeiro (1,221 km²), Dallas (997 km²), or Abu Dhabi (972 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to Prague

Prague covers 496 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Montreal (498 km²), Warsaw (517 km²), Budapest (525 km²), Oslo (454 km²), or Auckland (559 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hong Kong bigger than Prague?
Hong Kong is 2.2 times larger than Prague by area. Hong Kong covers 1,114 km² while Prague spans 496 km², a difference of 618 km².
How many times does Prague fit inside Hong Kong?
Prague (496 km²) fits inside Hong Kong (1,114 km²) approximately 2 times. That means Hong Kong is 2.2x the area of Prague.
What is the population difference between Hong Kong and Prague?
Hong Kong has approximately 7.4 million people, while Prague has about 1.4 million. Hong Kong has 6.0 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Hong Kong or Prague?
Hong Kong is more densely populated with 6,652 people per km², compared to 2,823 people per km².
Which city is older, Hong Kong or Prague?
Prague is older, founded around 800, while Hong Kong was established around 1841 — a difference of about 1041 years.
How does the map comparison work?
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Distance Between Hong Kong and Prague

The straight-line distance from Hong Kong to Prague is 8,784 km (5,458 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~10h 50m.

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