Lagos vs London - City Size Comparison

Is Lagos Bigger Than London?

Yes — London is 1.3x larger than Lagos by area. London spans 1,572 km² (607 mi²) while Lagos covers 1,172 km² (453 mi²) — a difference of 400 km².

About Lagos

Nigeria's largest city and economic hub of West Africa. Known as "Eko", Lagos covers 1,172 km² with a population of 15.4 million. The city was established in 1472. Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene, Lekki Conservation Centre, Lagos Island, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Lagos Rail (Blue & Red Lines).

Lagos is projected to become the world's largest city by population by 2100

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 3.1x larger than greater Lagos at 2,706 km². The Lagos metro area is also more populous, with 21.0 million people compared to 14.3 million.

Population Density

Lagos has a population density of 13,131 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. London, with 5,712 people per km², is a densely populated city. Lagos is noticeably denser, packing 2.3 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Lagos has a tropical savanna climate while London experiences oceanic conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Lagos stays around 27°C while London drops to 5°C.