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Philippines
China
Area Comparison
Manila is 147.5x smaller than Shanghai
Population Comparison
Manila has 13.4x fewer people than Shanghai
Yes — Shanghai is 147.5x larger than Manila by area. Shanghai spans 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) while Manila covers 43 km² (17 mi²) — a difference of 6,298 km². You could fit Manila inside Shanghai approximately 147 times.
To put Manila's size in perspective, its area of 43 km² is about 1.4x smaller than Manhattan. Meanwhile, Shanghai at 6,341 km² is about 1.5x the size of Los Angeles metro.
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
China's largest city and a global financial hub. Often called "The Pearl of the Orient", Shanghai has an area of 6,341 km² and is home to 24.9 million people. Its history stretches back to 1291. Visitors come for The Bund waterfront, Pudong skyline, Yuyuan Garden, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Shanghai Metro.
Shanghai's Maglev train reaches 431 km/h, the fastest commercial train in the world
Looking beyond city limits, the Shanghai metropolitan area covers 6,341 km², which is 10.2x larger than greater Manila at 620 km². The Shanghai metro area is also more populous, with 28.5 million people compared to 13.9 million.
Manila has a population density of 43,023 people per km² — one of the most densely packed urban areas on Earth. Shanghai, with 3,922 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Manila is dramatically more crowded, with 11.0x the population density.
Both cities are in Asia, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Manila (Philippines) and Shanghai (China) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Manila has a tropical savanna climate while Shanghai experiences humid subtropical conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Manila stays around 26°C while Shanghai drops to 5°C.
Size Ratio
Manila fits inside Shanghai ~147 times
Density Gap
Manila is 11.0x more densely populated
History
Shanghai is ~280 years older
The straight-line distance from Manila to Shanghai is 1,850 km (1,150 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 41m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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