Bogota vs Bucharest
Bogota is about 7.0× larger than Bucharest by administrative area. Bogota (Colombia) covers 1,578 km² (609 mi²) with a population of 8.0 million, while Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Bogota | Bucharest |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,578 km² | 226 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 609 mi² | 87 mi² |
| Population | 8,034,649 | 1,716,961 |
| Population density | 5,092 /km² | 7,597 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bogota is ~7.0× larger by area than Bucharest. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bogota bigger than Bucharest?
Yes — Bogota is about 7.0× larger by area: 1,578 km² vs 226 km².
How big is Bogota?
Bogota, Colombia, covers about 1,578 km² (609 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Bogota or Bucharest?
Bogota has the larger population: 8.0 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 5,092 people/km² in Bogota and 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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