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Mumbai

603 km²

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496 km²

Mumbai vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Mumbai vs Prague - City Size Comparison

Mumbai

India

Area603 km²
Population12.44M
Density20,630 /km²
Elevation14 m
Metro Pop.20.7M
Founded1507
Climatetropical wet and dry
Prague

Czech Republic

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

Area Comparison

Mumbai is 1.2x larger than Prague

Population Comparison

Mumbai has 8.9x more people than Prague

Is Mumbai Bigger Than Prague?

Mumbai is significantly larger, covering 1.2 times the area of Prague. Mumbai spans 603 km² (233 mi²) while Prague covers 496 km² (192 mi²) — a difference of 107 km².

To put Mumbai's size in perspective, its area of 603 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Prague at 496 km² is about 1.2x smaller than Seoul.

Picture Mumbai another way: its area is large enough to fit about 84,000 American football fields, 180 times the area of Central Park, or 10 times the area of Manhattan. Prague, by comparison, equals about 69,000 American football fields, 150 times the area of Central Park, or 8 times the area of Manhattan.

About Mumbai

Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai is the financial capital and the most populous city proper of India, with an estimated population of 12.5 million (1.25 crore). Mumbai is the centre of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, which is among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world with a population of over 23 million. Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour.

Known as "Bombay", Mumbai covers 603 km² with a population of 12.4 million. The city was established in 1507. Mumbai is known for Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Bollywood, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Mumbai Suburban Railway.

Mumbai is the most populous city proper in India and serves as the country's financial capital with around 12.5 million residents.

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.

Also known as "The City of a Hundred Spires", Prague has an area of 496 km² and is home to 1.4 million people. The city dates 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

Mumbai has a population density of 20,630 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. Mumbai is dramatically more crowded, with 7.3x the population density.

Key Differences at a Glance

Density Gap

Mumbai is 7.3x more densely populated

History

Prague is ~707 years older

Cities Similar in Size to Mumbai

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

Is Mumbai actually bigger than Prague?
Mumbai is 1.2 times larger than Prague by area. Mumbai covers 603 km² while Prague spans 496 km², a difference of 107 km².
How many times does Prague fit inside Mumbai?
Prague (496 km²) fits inside Mumbai (603 km²) approximately 1 times. That means Mumbai is 1.2x the area of Prague.
What is the population difference between Mumbai and Prague?
Mumbai has approximately 12.4 million people, while Prague has about 1.4 million. Mumbai has 11.0 million more residents.
Which city is more densely populated, Mumbai or Prague?
Mumbai is more densely populated with 20,630 people per km², compared to 2,823 people per km².
Which city is older, Mumbai or Prague?
Prague is older, founded around 800, while Mumbai was established around 1507 — a difference of about 707 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 Mumbai and Prague

The straight-line distance from Mumbai to Prague is 6,160 km (3,827 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~7h 45m.

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