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Area Comparison
Los Angeles is 30.3x larger than Manila
Population Comparison
Los Angeles has 2.1x more people than Manila
In terms of area, Los Angeles is 30.3x the size of Manila. Los Angeles spans 1,302 km² (503 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 1,259 km². You could fit Manila inside Los Angeles approximately 30 times.
To put Los Angeles's size in perspective, its area of 1,302 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London. Meanwhile, Manila at 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan.
The entertainment capital of the world. Known as "LA", Los Angeles covers 1,302 km² with a population of 4.0 million. The city was established in 1781. Los Angeles is known for Hollywood, Venice Beach, Griffith Observatory, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the LA Metro.
LA's sprawling metro area is larger than some US states
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Often called "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila has an area of 43 km² and is home to 1.9 million people. The city dates back to 1571. Visitors come for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, and much more. Getting around is easy with the LRT & MRT Manila.
At 43 km², Manila's city proper is one of the smallest in Asia but has the highest population density of any major city in the world
Looking beyond city limits, the Los Angeles metropolitan area covers 12,562 km², which is 20.3x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Manila metro area is also more populous, with 13.9 million people compared to 13.2 million.
Los Angeles has a population density of 3,049 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Manila, with 43,023 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 14.1x the population density.
This comparison spans continents — Los Angeles in North America versus Manila in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate while Manila experiences tropical savanna conditions. When it's noon in Manila, it's midnight in Los Angeles — a 16-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Los Angeles ~30 times
Density Gap
Manila is 14.1x more densely populated
Time Difference
16 hours apart
History
Manila is ~210 years older
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to Manila is 11,743 km (7,297 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~14h 19m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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