Jakarta vs London - City Size Comparison

Is Jakarta Bigger Than London?

In terms of area, London is 2.4x the size of Jakarta. London spans 1,572 km² (607 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 910 km². You could fit Jakarta inside London approximately 2 times.

About Jakarta

Indonesia's capital and largest city. Known as "The Big Durian", Jakarta covers 662 km² with a population of 10.6 million. The city was established in 1527. Jakarta is known for National Monument (Monas), Old Town (Kota Tua), Street food, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Jakarta MRT.

Jakarta is sinking so fast that Indonesia is building a new capital city called Nusantara

About London

Capital of England and the United Kingdom. Nicknamed "The Big Smoke", London has an area of 1,572 km² and is home to 9.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 43. Visitors come for Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and much more. Getting around is easy with the London Underground.

London was the first city to have an underground railway, opening in 1863

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the London metropolitan area covers 8,382 km², which is 1.3x larger than greater Jakarta at 6,392 km². The Jakarta metro area is also more populous, with 34.5 million people compared to 14.3 million.

Population Density

Jakarta has a population density of 15,952 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. London, with 5,712 people per km², is a densely populated city. Jakarta is noticeably denser, packing 2.8 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

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