Hong Kong vs Vienna - City Size Comparison

Is Hong Kong Bigger Than Vienna?

Yes — Hong Kong is 2.7x larger than Vienna by area. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Vienna covers 415 km² (160 mi²) — a difference of 699 km². You could fit Vienna inside Hong Kong approximately 2 times.

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 Vienna

Austria's capital and a center of classical music. Often called "City of Music", Vienna has an area of 415 km² and is home to 2.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 500 BC. Visitors come for Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna State Opera, Sachertorte, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Wiener Linien (U-Bahn).

Vienna has been ranked the world's most liveable city multiple times by the Economist Intelligence Unit

Population Density

Hong Kong has a population density of 6,652 people per km² — a densely populated city. Vienna, with 4,771 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Both cities have comparable density, though Hong Kong is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate while Vienna experiences oceanic conditions. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's 5:00 AM in Vienna — a 7-hour time difference.