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Philippines
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Area Comparison
Manila is 3.3x smaller than Miami
Population Comparison
Manila has 4.2x more people than Miami
In terms of area, Miami is 3.3x the size of Manila. Miami spans 143 km² (55 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 100 km². You could fit Manila inside Miami approximately 3 times.
To put Manila's size in perspective, its area of 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan. Meanwhile, Miami at 143 km² is about 1.2x the size of San Francisco.
Capital of the Philippines and one of the most densely populated cities. Known as "Pearl of the Orient Seas", Manila covers 43 km² with a population of 1.9 million. The city was established in 1571. Manila is known for Intramuros walled city, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is 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
A major coastal city and gateway to Latin America. Often called "The Magic City", Miami has an area of 143 km² and is home to 0.4 million people. The city dates back to 1896. Visitors come for South Beach, Art Deco Historic District, Little Havana, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Metrorail Miami.
Miami is the only major US city founded by a woman — Julia Tuttle in 1896
Looking beyond city limits, the Miami metropolitan area covers 15,890 km², which is 25.6x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Manila metro area is also more populous, with 13.9 million people compared to 6.2 million.
Manila has a population density of 43,023 people per km² — one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Miami, with 3,077 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 14.0x the population density.
This comparison spans continents — Manila in Asia versus Miami in North America. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Manila has a tropical savanna climate while Miami experiences tropical monsoon conditions. When it's noon in Manila, it's midnight in Miami — a 13-hour time difference.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Miami ~3 times
Density Gap
Manila is 14.0x more densely populated
Time Difference
13 hours apart
History
Manila is ~325 years older
The straight-line distance from Manila to Miami is 14,976 km (9,305 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~18h 7m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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