Celebrity Comparison
Michael Jordan vs Lionel Messi Height Comparison
Michael Jordan is 28 cm (0'11") taller than Lionel Messi.
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Michael Jordan vs Lionel Messi — drawn to scale
Michael Jordan and Lionel Messi represent one of the wider height gaps between well-known public figures. At a reported 6'6" (198 cm), Michael Jordan stands 28 cm (0'11") above Lionel Messi's 5'7" (170 cm). A gap of this size is immediately visible whenever both appear in the same photo, on stage, or on screen.
Use the free height comparison tool to see Michael Jordan and Lionel Messi side by side at the same scale. You can also add your own height to see where you stand relative to both.
28 cm is a significant difference — about the length of a standard 30 cm ruler. This kind of gap is hard to disguise in any candid photograph or shared public appearance.
Michael Jordan at 6'6" is 21 cm above the global average for men (177 cm). Lionel Messi at 5'7" is 7 cm below the global average for men (177 cm).
| Michael Jordan | 6'6" (198 cm) |
|---|---|
| Lionel Messi | 5'7" (170 cm) |
| Difference | 28 cm (0'11") |
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Michael Jordan?
Michael Jordan is 6'6" tall (198 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
How tall is Lionel Messi?
Lionel Messi is 5'7" tall (170 cm), sourced from Wikipedia.
Who is taller, Michael Jordan or Lionel Messi?
Michael Jordan is taller. Michael Jordan is 28 cm (0'11") taller than Lionel Messi. Michael Jordan is reported at 6'6" (198 cm); Lionel Messi at 5'7" (170 cm).
How tall is Michael Jordan compared to the average person?
Michael Jordan at 6'6" (198 cm) is 21 cm above the average height for men globally (177 cm).
Height at a Glance
Michael Jordan Height
- Feet & Inches6'6"
- Centimetres198 cm
- Metres1.98 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityAmerican
- vs Avg (men)+21 cm
Lionel Messi Height
- Feet & Inches5'7"
- Centimetres170 cm
- Metres1.70 m
- ProfessionAthlete
- NationalityArgentine
- vs Avg (men)-7 cm