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How Big Is Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)?

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), located in South America, is the 162nd largest country in the world, covering approximately 12,173 square kilometers (4,700 square miles). That's roughly the same size as Connecticut. It is home to approximately 3,198 people.

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) on the Map

12,173 km²
4,700 sq mi
#162 of 236 countries
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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)'s Geography

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) has approximately 1,288 km of coastline. Within South America, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) is the 13th largest of 14 countries, sitting between Suriname and South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands.

How Far Across Is Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)?

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) stretches approximately 127 km (79 mi) from north to south — roughly the length of Long Island, and 250 km (155 mi) from east to west — roughly the distance from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. At highway speeds, it would take roughly 3 hours to drive across.

How Many Times Does Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) Fit?

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) fits inside South Korea 8 times

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) fits inside Switzerland 3 times

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) fits inside Belgium 3 times

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) fits inside Netherlands 3 times

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Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) at a Glance

Statistic Value
Total Area 12,173 km² (4,700 sq mi)
World Size Rank #162 of 236
Capital Port Stanley
Population Density 0 per km²
Population 3,198 people
Coastline 1,288 km
Life Expectancy 77.9 years
GDP per Capita $70,800 USD