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Madrid

604 km²

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105 km²

Madrid vs Paris - City Size Comparison

Madrid vs Paris - City Size Comparison

Madrid

Spain

Area604 km²
Population3.33M
Density5,513 /km²
Elevation650 m
Metro Pop.6.8M
Founded852
Climatehot-summer Mediterranean
Paris

France

Area105 km²
Population2.16M
Density20,571 /km²
Elevation35 m
Metro Pop.12.3M
Founded250 BC
Climateoceanic

Area Comparison

Madrid is 5.8x larger than Paris

Population Comparison

Madrid has 1.5x more people than Paris

Is Madrid Bigger Than Paris?

Yes — Madrid is 5.8x larger than Paris by area. Madrid spans 604 km² (233 mi²) while Paris covers 105 km² (41 mi²) — a difference of 499 km². You could fit Paris inside Madrid approximately 5 times.

To put Madrid's size in perspective, its area of 604 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Paris at 105 km² is about 1.2x smaller than San Francisco.

In more relatable units, Madrid's 604 km² is about 85,000 American football fields, 180 times the area of Central Park, or 10 times the area of Manhattan. Paris, by comparison, equals about 15,000 American football fields, 52 times the area of Monaco, or 31 times the area of Central Park.

About Madrid

Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million. Madrid is the second-largest city in the European Union (EU), after Berlin, and its metropolitan area is the second-largest in the EU, after Paris. The municipality covers an area of 605.77 square kilometres (233.89 sq mi).

Known as "La Villa y Corte", Madrid covers 604 km² with a population of 3.3 million. The city was established in 852. Madrid is known for Royal Palace of Madrid, Prado Museum, Plaza Mayor, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Madrid Metro.

Madrid is the second-largest city in the European Union after Berlin, with over 3.4 million residents in the city proper

About Paris

Paris is the capital and largest city of France, with an estimated city population of 2.04 million in an area of 105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi), and a metropolitan population of 13.2 million as of January 2026. Located on the river Seine in the centre of the Île-de-France region, it is the largest metropolitan area and fourth-most populous city in the European Union (EU).

Nicknamed "City of Light", Paris has an area of 105 km² and is home to 2.2 million people. Its history stretches back to 250 BC. Visitors come for Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Paris Métro.

Paris packs 2.04 million people into just 105 km2, giving it one of the highest urban densities in Europe.

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Paris metropolitan area covers 17,174 km², which is 2.1x larger than greater Madrid at 8,028 km². The Paris metro area is also more populous, with 12.3 million people compared to 6.8 million.

Population Density

Madrid has a population density of 5,513 people per km² — a densely populated city. Paris, with 20,571 people per km², is one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Paris is dramatically more crowded, with 3.7x the population density.

Both cities are in Europe, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Madrid (Spain) and Paris (France) offer a fascinating regional contrast.

Climate & Time Zone

Madrid has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate while Paris experiences oceanic conditions.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Paris fits inside Madrid ~5 times

Density Gap

Paris is 3.7x more densely populated

History

Paris is ~1,102 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Madrid

Madrid covers 604 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Seoul (605 km²), Mumbai (603 km²), Chicago (606 km²), Toronto (630 km²), or Hyderabad (650 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to Paris

Paris covers 105 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Barcelona (101 km²), Lisbon (100 km²), Vancouver (115 km²), San Francisco (121 km²), or Copenhagen (91 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madrid actually bigger than Paris?
Madrid is 5.8 times larger than Paris by area. Madrid covers 604 km² while Paris spans 105 km², a difference of 499 km².
How many times does Paris fit inside Madrid?
Paris (105 km²) fits inside Madrid (604 km²) approximately 5 times. That means Madrid is 5.8x the area of Paris.
What is the population difference between Madrid and Paris?
Madrid has approximately 3.3 million people, while Paris has about 2.2 million. Madrid has 1.2 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Madrid or Paris?
Paris is more densely populated with 20,571 people per km², compared to 5,513 people per km².
Which city is older, Madrid or Paris?
Paris is older, founded around -250, while Madrid was established around 852 — a difference of about 1102 years.
How does the map comparison work?
Our synchronized map comparison tool displays both cities at the same zoom level. When you zoom in or out on one map, the other automatically adjusts to maintain the same scale, allowing you to directly compare the relative sizes of both cities.
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Distance Between Madrid and Paris

The straight-line distance from Madrid to Paris is 1,053 km (654 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~1h 44m.

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