Berlin vs London - City Size Comparison

Is Berlin Bigger Than London?

In terms of area, London is 1.8x the size of Berlin. London spans 1,572 km² (607 mi²) while Berlin covers 892 km² (344 mi²) — a difference of 680 km².

About Berlin

Germany's capital and largest city. Known as "The Grey City", Berlin covers 892 km² with a population of 3.6 million. The city was established in 1237. Berlin is known for Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall remnants, Museum Island, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the BVG (U-Bahn & S-Bahn).

Berlin has more bridges than Venice — over 1,700 compared to Venice's 400

About London

Capital of England and the United Kingdom. Nicknamed "The Big Smoke", London has an area of 1,572 km² and is home to 9.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 43. Visitors come for Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and much more. Getting around is easy with the London Underground.

London was the first city to have an underground railway, opening in 1863

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the London metropolitan area covers 8,382 km², which is 2.2x larger than greater Berlin at 3,743 km². The London metro area is also more populous, with 14.3 million people compared to 6.1 million.

Population Density

Berlin has a population density of 4,092 people per km² — a moderately dense city. London, with 5,712 people per km², is a densely populated city. Both cities have comparable density, though London is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

Both cities share a oceanic climate, though local geography creates distinct microclimates in each.