Spain
Singapore
Area Comparison
Madrid is 1.2x smaller than Singapore
Population Comparison
Madrid has 1.6x fewer people than Singapore
Singapore is significantly larger, covering 1.2 times the area of Madrid. Singapore spans 733 km² (283 mi²) while Madrid covers 604 km² (233 mi²) — a difference of 129 km².
To put Madrid's size in perspective, its area of 604 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Singapore at 733 km² is roughly the same size as New York City.
Spain's capital and largest city. Known as "The Capital of the Sun", Madrid covers 604 km² with a population of 3.3 million. The city was established in 852. Madrid is known for Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Madrid Metro.
Madrid is the highest capital city in the European Union at 650 meters above sea level
A global financial center and city-state in Southeast Asia. Nicknamed "The Lion City", Singapore has an area of 733 km² and is home to 5.5 million people. Its history stretches back to 1819. Visitors come for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Changi Airport, and much more. Getting around is easy with the MRT Singapore.
Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world
Madrid has a population density of 5,513 people per km² — a densely populated city. Singapore, with 7,435 people per km², is a densely populated city. Both cities have comparable density, though Singapore is slightly more compact.
This comparison spans continents — Madrid in Europe versus Singapore in Asia. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Madrid has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate while Singapore experiences tropical rainforest conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Singapore stays around 27°C while Madrid drops to 6°C. When it's noon in Singapore, it's 5:00 AM in Madrid — a 7-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Singapore is 1.3x more densely populated
Time Difference
7 hours apart
History
Madrid is ~967 years older
The straight-line distance from Madrid to Singapore is 11,381 km (7,072 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~13h 53m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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