Feet and Inches to CM Converter
Convert height between feet and inches and centimetres.
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How to do it
- 1Fill in the boxes
Type your numbers or pick the options you need.
- 2See the result
The answer updates right away as you change a value.
- 3Use it
Copy the result or note it down. Nothing is sent anywhere.
About this tool
Choose a direction. Enter feet and inches to get centimetres, or centimetres to get feet and inches. One inch is exactly 2.54 centimetres and a foot is 30.48 centimetres.
The formula
cm = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54. Feet = cm ÷ 30.48, with the remainder in inches.
Common heights
5 ft 0 in is 152.4 cm, 5 ft 6 in is 167.6 cm, 5 ft 9 in is 175.3 cm, 6 ft 0 in is 182.9 cm and 6 ft 3 in is 190.5 cm.
Why use it
Heights are given in feet and inches in the US and UK, and in centimetres in most other places. This is useful for forms, clothing and BMI calculations.
Frequently asked questions
How many cm is 5 ft 10 in?
177.8 centimetres.
How many cm in a foot?
30.48 centimetres.
Is it exact?
Yes. An inch is defined as exactly 2.54 cm.
What is 180 cm in feet?
5 feet 10.9 inches.