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Indonesia
Japan
Area Comparison
Jakarta is 3.3x smaller than Tokyo
Population Comparison
Jakarta has 1.3x fewer people than Tokyo
Yes — Tokyo is 3.3x larger than Jakarta by area. Tokyo spans 2,194 km² (847 mi²) while Jakarta covers 662 km² (256 mi²) — a difference of 1,532 km². You could fit Jakarta inside Tokyo approximately 3 times.
To put Jakarta's size in perspective, its area of 662 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Tokyo at 2,194 km² is about 1.1x smaller than Moscow.
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
Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolitan area. Often called "The Big Mikan", Tokyo has an area of 2,194 km² and is home to 14.0 million people. It was established in 1457. Visitors come for Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Market, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Tokyo Metro & JR East.
Greater Tokyo is the world's largest metropolitan economy, surpassing the GDP of most countries
Looking beyond city limits, the Tokyo metropolitan area covers 13,572 km², which is 2.1x larger than greater Jakarta at 6,392 km². The Tokyo metro area is also more populous, with 37.4 million people compared to 34.5 million.
Jakarta has a population density of 15,952 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Tokyo, with 6,363 people per km², is a densely populated city. Jakarta is noticeably denser, packing 2.5 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Jakarta (Indonesia) and Tokyo (Japan) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Jakarta has a tropical monsoon climate while Tokyo experiences humid subtropical conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Jakarta stays around 27°C while Tokyo drops to 6°C. When it's noon in Tokyo, it's 10:00 AM in Jakarta — a 2-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Jakarta fits inside Tokyo ~3 times
Density Gap
Jakarta is 2.5x more densely populated
The straight-line distance from Jakarta to Tokyo is 5,782 km (3,593 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~7h 18m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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