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Neighboring Countries of Christmas Island
Christmas Island has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
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Neighbouring countries (#162 of 236)
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Total land borders
139 km
Coastline
135
Area in km²
- Christmas Island
- Neighbouring countries
Geography of Christmas Island
Location
Southeastern Asia, island in the Indian Ocean, south of Indonesia
Area
135 km² — about three-quarters the size of Washington, D.C.
Terrain
Steep cliffs along coast rise abruptly to central plateau
Climate
Tropical with a wet season (December to April) and dry season; heat and humidity moderated by trade winds
Highest and lowest points
Highest: Murray Hill 361 m. Lowest: Indian Ocean 0 m.
Natural resources
Phosphate, beaches
Natural hazards
The narrow fringing reef surrounding the island can be a maritime hazard
Good to know
Located along major sea lanes of the Indian Ocean
Frequently asked questions about the borders of Christmas Island
How many countries border Christmas Island?
Christmas Island has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
Is Christmas Island landlocked?
No. Christmas Island has 139 km of coastline.
What is the highest point of Christmas Island?
Murray Hill 361 m. The lowest point is Indian Ocean 0 m.
Borders and geography: CIA World Factbook (public domain).