Jakarta vs Singapore - City Size Comparison

Is Jakarta Bigger Than Singapore?

Yes — Singapore is 1.1x larger than Jakarta by area. Singapore spans 733 km² (283 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 71 km².

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 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

Jakarta has a population density of 15,952 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Singapore, with 7,435 people per km², is a densely populated city. Jakarta is noticeably denser, packing 2.1 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Jakarta has a tropical monsoon climate while Singapore experiences tropical rainforest conditions.