Bucharest vs Athens
Bucharest is about 5.8× larger than Athens by administrative area. Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with a population of 1.7 million, while Athens (Greece) covers 39 km² (15 mi²) with 643,452 residents.
| Metric | Bucharest | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 226 km² | 39 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 87 mi² | 15 mi² |
| Population | 1,716,961 | 643,452 |
| Population density | 7,597 /km² | 16,499 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bucharest is ~5.8× larger by area than Athens. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bucharest bigger than Athens?
Yes — Bucharest is about 5.8× larger by area: 226 km² vs 39 km².
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Athens?
Athens, Greece, covers about 39 km² (15 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Bucharest or Athens?
Bucharest has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 643,452. Population density is about 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest and 16,499 people/km² in Athens.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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