Beijing vs Athens
Beijing is about 421× larger than Athens by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Athens (Greece) covers 39 km² (15 mi²) with 643,452 residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 39 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 15 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 643,452 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 16,499 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~421× larger by area than Athens. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Athens?
Yes — Beijing is about 421× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 39 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Athens?
Athens, Greece, covers about 39 km² (15 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Athens?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 643,452. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 16,499 people/km² in Athens.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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