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Manila

43 km²

Prague

496 km²

Manila vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Manila vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Manila

Philippines

Area43 km²
Population1.85M
Density43,023 /km²
Elevation5 m
Metro Pop.13.9M
Founded1571
Climatetropical savanna
Prague

Czech Republic

Area496 km²
Population1.40M
Density2,823 /km²
Elevation235 m
Founded800

Area Comparison

Manila is 11.5x smaller than Prague

Population Comparison

Manila has 1.3x more people than Prague

Is Manila Bigger Than Prague?

In terms of area, Prague is 11.5x the size of Manila. Prague spans 496 km² (192 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 453 km². You could fit Manila inside Prague approximately 11 times.

To put Manila's size in perspective, its area of 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan. Meanwhile, Prague at 496 km² is about 1.2x smaller than Seoul.

Manila's footprint is roughly about 6,000 American football fields, 88 times the area of Vatican City, or 21 times the area of Monaco — pick whichever unit feels intuitive. Prague works out to about 69,000 American football fields, 150 times the area of Central Park, or 8 times the area of Manhattan.

About Manila

Manila, officially the City of Manila, is the capital and second-most populous city of the Philippines after Quezon City. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 1,902,590 people. Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the island of Luzon, it is classified as a highly urbanized city. With 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer (116,380/sq mi), Manila is one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.

Known as "Pearl of the Orient", 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, Manila Bay, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the LRT & MRT Manila.

Manila has 44,935 inhabitants per square kilometer, making it one of the world's most densely populated cities proper.

About Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Located on the Vltava River, the city has a population of about 1.4 million, making it the twelfth-largest city in the European Union. Its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.

Nicknamed "The City of a Hundred Spires", Prague has an area of 496 km² and is home to 1.4 million people. Its history stretches back to 800. Visitors come for Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square, and much more.

Prague is the historical capital of Bohemia and today serves as the Czech Republic's capital and largest city.

Population Density

Manila has a population density of 43,023 people per km² — one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Prague, with 2,823 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 15.2x the population density.

Key Differences at a Glance

Size Ratio

Manila fits inside Prague ~11 times

Density Gap

Manila is 15.2x more densely populated

History

Prague is ~771 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Manila

Manila covers 43 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Athens (39 km²), Tel Aviv (52 km²), Zurich (88 km²), Copenhagen (91 km²), or Lisbon (100 km²).

Cities Similar in Size to Prague

Prague covers 496 km². Cities with a similar urban footprint include Montreal (498 km²), Warsaw (517 km²), Budapest (525 km²), Oslo (454 km²), or Auckland (559 km²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is larger, Manila or Prague?
Prague is 11.5 times larger than Manila by area. Prague covers 496 km² while Manila spans 43 km², a difference of 453 km².
How many times does Manila fit inside Prague?
Manila (43 km²) fits inside Prague (496 km²) approximately 11 times. That means Prague is 11.5x the area of Manila.
What is the population difference between Manila and Prague?
Manila has approximately 1.9 million people, while Prague has about 1.4 million. Manila has 0.5 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Manila or Prague?
Manila is more densely populated with 43,023 people per km², compared to 2,823 people per km².
Which city is older, Manila or Prague?
Prague is older, founded around 800, while Manila was established around 1571 — a difference of about 771 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 Manila and Prague

The straight-line distance from Manila to Prague is 9,903 km (6,154 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~12h 9m.

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