Convert feet to centimeters

1 ft = 30.48 cm. Change the amount below, or read the formula and the reference table further down.

1 foot equals

30.48centimeters

1 ft = 30.48 cm

The formula

Feet and centimeters both measure length from the same zero, so a single multiplier does the job.

cm = ft × 30.48

Going the other way? Convert centimeters to feet.

Feet to centimeters table

Common values, rounded for reading.

Feet (ft)Centimeters (cm)
130.48
260.96
391.44
4121.92
5152.4
6182.88
7213.36
8243.84
9274.32
10304.8
15457.2
20609.6
25762
30914.4
401,219.2
501,524
752,286
1003,048
2507,620
50015,240
1,00030,480

Questions people ask

How many centimeters are in a foot?
One foot equals 30.48 centimeters.
How do I convert feet to centimeters by hand?
Multiply the number of feet by 30.48. For a rough check, 30.5 is close enough for most everyday use.
What is 1 foot in centimeters?
1 foot is 30.48 centimeters.

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