Istanbul vs Singapore - City Size Comparison

Is Istanbul Bigger Than Singapore?

Istanbul is significantly larger, covering 7.5 times the area of Singapore. Istanbul spans 5,461 km² (2,109 mi²) while Singapore covers 733 km² (283 mi²) — a difference of 4,728 km². You could fit Singapore inside Istanbul approximately 7 times.

About Istanbul

Turkey's largest city, spanning Europe and Asia. Known as "The City on Two Continents", Istanbul covers 5,461 km² with a population of 15.5 million. The city was founded around 660 BC. Istanbul is known for Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Istanbul Metro.

Istanbul is the only city in the world that spans two continents — Europe and Asia

About Singapore

A global financial center and city-state in Southeast Asia. Also known as "The Lion City", Singapore has an area of 733 km² and is home to 5.5 million people. Its history stretches back to 1819. Visitors come for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Changi Airport, and much more. Getting around is easy with the MRT Singapore.

Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world

Population Density

Istanbul has a population density of 2,831 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Singapore, with 7,435 people per km², is a densely populated city. Singapore is noticeably denser, packing 2.6 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Istanbul has a oceanic climate while Singapore experiences tropical rainforest conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Singapore stays around 27°C while Istanbul drops to 6°C. When it's noon in Singapore, it's 7:00 AM in Istanbul — a 5-hour time difference.