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USA
Mexico
Area Comparison
Los Angeles is 1.1x smaller than Mexico City
Population Comparison
Los Angeles has 2.3x fewer people than Mexico City
Mexico City is significantly larger, covering 1.1 times the area of Los Angeles. Mexico City spans 1,485 km² (573 mi²) while Los Angeles covers 1,302 km² (503 mi²) — a difference of 183 km².
To put Los Angeles's size in perspective, its area of 1,302 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London. Meanwhile, Mexico City at 1,485 km² is roughly the same size as London.
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
Mexico's capital and largest city. Nicknamed "CDMX", Mexico City has an area of 1,485 km² and is home to 9.2 million people. Its history stretches back to 1325. Visitors come for Zócalo plaza, Chapultepec Castle, Frida Kahlo Museum, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Mexico City Metro.
Mexico City is sinking 50 cm per year because it was built on a lake bed
Looking beyond city limits, the Los Angeles metropolitan area covers 12,562 km², which is 1.6x larger than greater Mexico City at 7,854 km². The Mexico City metro area is also more populous, with 21.8 million people compared to 13.2 million.
Los Angeles has a population density of 3,049 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Mexico City, with 6,202 people per km², is a densely populated city. Mexico City is noticeably denser, packing 2.0 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in North America, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Los Angeles (USA) and Mexico City (Mexico) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate while Mexico City experiences subtropical highland conditions. When it's noon in Mexico City, it's 10:00 AM in Los Angeles — a 2-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Mexico City is 2.0x more densely populated
History
Mexico City is ~456 years older
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to Mexico City is 2,490 km (1,548 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 26m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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