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Indonesia
Iran
Area Comparison
Jakarta is 1.1x smaller than Tehran
Population Comparison
Jakarta has 1.2x more people than Tehran
Tehran is significantly larger, covering 1.1 times the area of Jakarta. Tehran spans 730 km² (282 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 68 km².
To put Jakarta's size in perspective, its area of 662 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Tehran at 730 km² is roughly the same size as New York City.
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
Iran's capital and largest city. Often called "The City of 72 Nations", Tehran has an area of 730 km² and is home to 9.1 million people. It was established in 1524. Visitors come for Golestan Palace, Grand Bazaar, Milad Tower, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Tehran Metro.
Tehran sits at the foot of Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in Asia at 5,610 meters
Looking beyond city limits, the Jakarta metropolitan area covers 6,392 km², which is 2.9x larger than greater Tehran at 2,235 km². The Jakarta metro area is also more populous, with 34.5 million people compared to 16.0 million.
Jakarta has a population density of 15,952 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Tehran, with 12,507 people per km², is an extremely dense urban environment. Both cities have comparable density, though Jakarta is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Jakarta (Indonesia) and Tehran (Iran) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Jakarta has a tropical monsoon climate while Tehran experiences hot-summer Mediterranean conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Jakarta stays around 27°C while Tehran drops to 3°C. When it's noon in Jakarta, it's 8.5:00 AM in Tehran — a 3.5-hour time difference.
Time Difference
3.5 hours apart
The straight-line distance from Jakarta to Tehran is 7,422 km (4,612 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~9h 14m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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