Lisbon vs Miami - City Size Comparison

Is Lisbon Bigger Than Miami?

Yes — Miami is 1.4x larger than Lisbon by area. Miami spans 143 km² (55 mi²) while Lisbon covers 100 km² (39 mi²) — a difference of 43 km².

About Lisbon

Portugal's capital, one of Europe's oldest cities. Known as "City of Seven Hills", Lisbon covers 100 km² with a population of 0.6 million. The city was founded around 1200 BC. Lisbon is known for Belém Tower, Pastéis de nata, Tram 28, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Lisbon Metro.

Lisbon is older than Rome by about 400 years, making it one of the oldest cities in Western Europe

About Miami

A major coastal city and gateway to Latin America. Also known as "The Magic City", Miami has an area of 143 km² and is home to 0.4 million people. The city dates back to 1896. Visitors come for South Beach, Art Deco Historic District, Little Havana, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Metrorail Miami.

Miami is the only major US city founded by a woman — Julia Tuttle in 1896

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Miami metropolitan area covers 15,890 km², which is 5.3x larger than greater Lisbon at 3,015 km². The Miami metro area is also more populous, with 6.2 million people compared to 2.9 million.

Population Density

Lisbon has a population density of 5,500 people per km² — a densely populated city. Miami, with 3,077 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Lisbon is noticeably denser, packing 1.8 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Lisbon has a Mediterranean climate while Miami experiences tropical monsoon conditions. When it's noon in Lisbon, it's 7:00 AM in Miami — a 5-hour time difference.