Multiply feet by 30.48 to get centimetres. Height, furniture and room measurements given in feet convert precisely, because one foot is exactly 30.48 cm.
How to use the Feet to Centimeters Converter
- Type the number of feet into the Feet field. Decimals such as 3 are fine.
- Read the answer in Centimetres – it updates as you type, with no button to press.
- To convert the other way, type into Centimetres and the feet are recalculated.
- Press Copy results to copy both values with the page title, or Copy link to share this exact conversion.
This page converts only ft ⇄ cm. Need a different unit? Use the general length converter, where you can choose any “from” and “to” unit.
How it works
Both units measure length, so they are always in the same ratio: one foot equals 30.48 centimetres. The calculator multiplies the number of feet you type by 30.48 to give centimetres, and when you type into the centimetres field it divides by the same factor to give feet. Because the ratio never changes, doubling the feet always doubles the centimetres. Results are calculated at full precision and rounded only for display (up to eight decimal places, with very large or small values shown in scientific notation).
How to convert feet to centimetres
- Write down the value in feet, for example 6 ft.
- Multiply by the conversion factor 30.48 (because 1 foot = 30.48 cm).
- 6 × 30.48 = 182.88 cm.
- To go back from centimetres to feet, divide by 30.48 – or multiply by 0.032808399.
ft to cm conversion table
| Feet | Centimetres | Centimetres | Feet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 ft | 15.24 cm | 1 cm | 0.032808399 ft |
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm | 2 cm | 0.065616798 ft |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm | 5 cm | 0.16404199 ft |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm | 10 cm | 0.32808399 ft |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm | 20 cm | 0.65616798 ft |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm | 50 cm | 1.6404199 ft |
| 5.5 ft | 167.64 cm | 100 cm | 3.2808399 ft |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm | 1,000 cm | 32.808399 ft |
| 6.5 ft | 198.12 cm | ||
| 7 ft | 213.36 cm | ||
| 8 ft | 243.84 cm | ||
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
What is a foot?
The international foot is exactly 0.3048 m and contains 12 inches. It remains the everyday unit for height, room dimensions and altitude in the U.S., and for aviation altitude worldwide.
What is a centimetre?
A centimetre is one hundredth of a metre (10 mm). It is the everyday metric unit for body height, clothing, furniture and school rulers.
Quick mental conversion
For a fast estimate, multiply feet by about 30 to get centimetres; the error is about 1.6%. Use the calculator above when you need the exact figure.
Common mistakes to avoid
Mixing the international foot (0.3048 m) with the old u.s. survey foot, confusing nautical and statute miles, and writing decimal feet such as 5.5 ft as “5 ft 5 in” (it is 5 ft 6 in).
Formula
1 ft = 30.48 cm1 cm = 0.032808399 ftcm = ft × 30.48Worked example
Inputs — Feet: 6 ft.
Results — Centimetres = 182.88 cm.
Frequently asked questions
How many cm is 6 feet?
182.88 cm.
How many cm in a foot?
30.48 cm.
How do I convert feet to centimetres?
Multiply the number of feet by 30.48. For example, 6 ft × 30.48 = 182.88 cm.
How do I convert centimetres back to feet?
Divide by 30.48 (or multiply by 0.032808399), or simply type the value into the centimetres field above.
What is 10 ft in centimetres?
10 ft = 304.8 cm.
What is 5 ft in centimetres?
5 ft = 152.4 cm.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. The factor comes from the official definitions of both units (NIST and the SI), so the only difference you may see is rounding in the last displayed digit.
Can I convert to other units on this page?
This page converts only between feet and centimetres. To pick any length unit, use the general length converter linked under Related calculators.
What formula does the Feet to Centimeters Converter use?
1 ft = 30.48 cm.