Convert feet to centimeters in one step. Type a value, see the answer and a few related units, and use the chart below for common values. Free, private, and runs entirely in your browser.
Multiply the number of feet by the conversion factor to get centimeters. The units are defined in terms of each other, so the conversion is exact. The calculator uses the full-precision factor, while the factor printed here is rounded.
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 30.48 |
| 2 | 60.96 |
| 3 | 91.44 |
| 4 | 121.92 |
| 5 | 152.4 |
| 5.5 | 167.64 |
| 6 | 182.88 |
| 6.5 | 198.12 |
| 7 | 213.36 |
| 10 | 304.8 |
| 20 | 609.6 |
| 100 | 3,048 |
How many cm is 1 foot? Exactly 30.48 cm.
How do I convert 5 ft 6 in to cm? Convert to inches first, 5 × 12 + 6 = 66 in, then multiply by 2.54 to get 167.64 cm. Or enter 5.5 feet here.
Convert 6 feet to centimeters: 6 × 30.48 = 182.88 cm.
Is the feet to centimeters factor exact? Yes. The units are defined in terms of each other, so the factor has no uncertainty.
Can I convert centimeters back to feet? Yes. Use the converter in the opposite direction, which is linked below.
The foot has been used in many forms for thousands of years, with lengths that varied by region. The 1959 international agreement fixed it at exactly 0.3048 meters, which is 30.48 centimeters. A slightly different US survey foot was used in land surveying until it was retired at the end of 2022.
Use this converter for height, room sizes, ceiling heights and building plans. A person who is 6 ft tall is 182.88 cm, and a 9 ft ceiling is 274.32 cm. For heights written as feet and inches, use the cm to feet converter in the other direction.
What is a quick estimate for feet to centimeters? Multiply or divide by the rounded factor, 30.48, then use the calculator for the exact value.
Does the converter work on a phone? Yes. It runs in your browser and updates when you press Calculate.