London vs Los Angeles - City Size Comparison

Is London Bigger Than Los Angeles?

In terms of area, London is 1.2x the size of Los Angeles. London spans 1,572 km² (607 mi²) while Los Angeles covers 1,302 km² (503 mi²) — a difference of 270 km².

About London

Capital of England and the United Kingdom. Known as "The Big Smoke", London covers 1,572 km² with a population of 9.0 million. The city was established in 43. London is known for Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the London Underground.

London was the first city to have an underground railway, opening in 1863

About Los Angeles

The entertainment capital of the world. Often called "LA", Los Angeles has an area of 1,302 km² and is home to 4.0 million people. The city dates back to 1781. Visitors come for Hollywood, Venice Beach, Griffith Observatory, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LA Metro.

LA's sprawling metro area is larger than some US states

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Los Angeles metropolitan area covers 12,562 km², which is 1.5x larger than greater London at 8,382 km². The London metro area is also more populous, with 14.3 million people compared to 13.2 million.

Population Density

London has a population density of 5,712 people per km² — a densely populated city. Los Angeles, with 3,049 people per km², is a moderately dense city. London is noticeably denser, packing 1.9 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

London has a oceanic climate while Los Angeles experiences Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in London, it's 4:00 AM in Los Angeles — a 8-hour time difference.