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Indonesia
India
Area Comparison
Jakarta is 1.1x larger than Mumbai
Population Comparison
Jakarta has 1.2x fewer people than Mumbai
In terms of area, Jakarta is 1.1x the size of Mumbai. Jakarta spans 662 km² (256 mi²) while Mumbai covers 603 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 59 km².
To put Jakarta's size in perspective, its area of 662 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Mumbai at 603 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul.
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
India's financial capital and most populous city. Nicknamed "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
Looking beyond city limits, the Jakarta metropolitan area covers 6,392 km², which is 1.0x larger than greater Mumbai at 6,355 km². The Jakarta metro area is also more populous, with 34.5 million people compared to 20.7 million.
Jakarta has a population density of 15,952 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Mumbai, with 20,630 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Both cities have comparable density, though Mumbai is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Jakarta (Indonesia) and Mumbai (India) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Jakarta has a tropical monsoon climate while Mumbai experiences tropical wet and dry conditions.
The straight-line distance from Jakarta to Mumbai is 4,663 km (2,898 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~5h 59m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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