Feet and Inches to Centimetres Converter
Type a value in feet and inches to see it in centimetres. It works both ways: type in the centimetres box to convert back.
Formula
To convert feet and inches to centimetres, multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results.
Feet and inches to centimetres table
| Feet and inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|
| 4 ft 10 in | 147.32 cm |
| 5 ft 0 in | 152.4 cm |
| 5 ft 2 in | 157.48 cm |
| 5 ft 4 in | 162.56 cm |
| 5 ft 6 in | 167.64 cm |
| 5 ft 8 in | 172.72 cm |
| 5 ft 9 in | 175.26 cm |
| 5 ft 10 in | 177.8 cm |
| 6 ft 0 in | 182.88 cm |
| 6 ft 2 in | 187.96 cm |
| 6 ft 4 in | 193.04 cm |
| 6 ft 6 in | 198.12 cm |
Worked examples
5 ft 0 in in centimetres
5 ft 0 in
152.4 cm
Worked out with the rule above: multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results.
5 ft 9 in in centimetres
5 ft 9 in
175.26 cm
Worked out with the rule above: multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results.
6 ft 4 in in centimetres
6 ft 4 in
193.04 cm
Worked out with the rule above: multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results.
About Feet and Inches to Centimetres Converter
This converter turns feet and inches into centimetres as you type, and works the other way too: type in the centimetres box to convert back. To convert feet and inches to centimetres, multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results. For example, 5 ft 0 in is 152.4 cm, and 5 ft 9 in is 175.26 cm.
The UK uses metric units for most measurements, but road signs are in miles and yards, and many people still think of height in feet and inches, so length conversions come up every day. Both units have exact definitions, so the converter gives an exact result, rounded only for display. Use the table below for common values, or set the decimal places to round the answer for a form or a label.
How to use Feet and Inches to Centimetres Converter
- Type the amount in feet and inches in the first box (fill in the ft and in boxes).
- Read the answer in centimetres in the second box and in the result line below.
- To convert the other way, type in the centimetres box instead, or use the swap button to open the centimetres to feet and inches page.
- Choose a number of decimal places if you need a rounded figure, then copy the result line.
Common uses
- Checking a product size listed in another system
- Following plans, patterns or instructions from abroad
- Converting a height or a distance for a form
- Helping with homework that mixes metric and imperial units
Frequently asked questions
What is 5 ft 9 in in centimetres?
5 ft 9 in is 175.26 cm. To work it out, multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results.
How do I convert feet and inches to centimetres?
To convert feet and inches to centimetres, multiply the feet by 30.48 and the inches by 2.54, then add the two results. For example, 6 ft 4 in is 193.04 cm.
How do I convert centimetres to feet and inches?
Going the other way, divide by 30.48 to get feet, then multiply the part after the decimal point by 12 to get the inches. The centimetres to feet and inches converter does this for you.
What is 6 ft 0 in in centimetres?
6 ft 0 in is 182.88 cm.
How tall is 5 feet 10 inches in centimetres?
5 feet 10 inches is 70 inches, and 70 × 2.54 = 177.8 centimetres.