Feet to CM Converter (ft → Centimeters)
Instantly convert feet — or feet and inches — to centimeters. Whether you're converting your height for a passport, filling out an international form, or working on a design project, this free calculator gives you accurate results with full formula transparency.
Feet to Centimeters Formula
The foundation of this conversion is the internationally defined relationship between the foot and the meter. Since 1 foot = 0.3048 meters, and there are 100 centimeters in a meter, it follows that:
When your measurement includes both feet and inches, you have two options:
Option A — Convert feet and inches separately:
Option B — Convert total inches to cm:
Both methods yield identical results. The key constants to remember are 30.48 cm/ft and 2.54 cm/in.
Reverse Formula: CM to Feet
Step-by-Step Conversion Examples
- Identify value: 5 feet
- Apply formula: cm = 5 × 30.48
- Result: 152.4 cm
5 ft × 30.48 = 152.4 cm
- Convert feet part: 5 × 30.48 = 152.4 cm
- Convert inches part: 9 × 2.54 = 22.86 cm
- Add together: 152.4 + 22.86 = 175.26 cm
(5 × 30.48) + (9 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 22.86 = 175.26 cm
6 ft × 30.48 = 182.88 cm
(5 × 30.48) + (7 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 17.78 = 170.18 cm
Feet to CM Conversion Table
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) | Feet + Inches | Meters (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm | 1′ 0″ | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm | 2′ 0″ | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm | 3′ 0″ | 0.9144 m |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm | 4′ 0″ | 1.2192 m |
| 4 ft 6 in | 137.16 cm | 4′ 6″ | 1.3716 m |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm | 5′ 0″ | 1.524 m |
| 5 ft 1 in | 154.94 cm | 5′ 1″ | 1.5494 m |
| 5 ft 2 in | 157.48 cm | 5′ 2″ | 1.5748 m |
| 5 ft 3 in | 160.02 cm | 5′ 3″ | 1.6002 m |
| 5 ft 4 in | 162.56 cm | 5′ 4″ | 1.6256 m |
| 5 ft 5 in | 165.1 cm | 5′ 5″ | 1.651 m |
| 5 ft 6 in | 167.64 cm | 5′ 6″ | 1.6764 m |
| 5 ft 7 in | 170.18 cm | 5′ 7″ | 1.7018 m |
| 5 ft 8 in | 172.72 cm | 5′ 8″ | 1.7272 m |
| 5 ft 9 in | 175.26 cm | 5′ 9″ | 1.7526 m |
| 5 ft 10 in | 177.8 cm | 5′ 10″ | 1.778 m |
| 5 ft 11 in | 180.34 cm | 5′ 11″ | 1.8034 m |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm | 6′ 0″ | 1.8288 m |
| 6 ft 1 in | 185.42 cm | 6′ 1″ | 1.8542 m |
| 6 ft 2 in | 187.96 cm | 6′ 2″ | 1.8796 m |
| 6 ft 3 in | 190.5 cm | 6′ 3″ | 1.905 m |
| 6 ft 6 in | 198.12 cm | 6′ 6″ | 1.9812 m |
| 7 ft | 213.36 cm | 7′ 0″ | 2.1336 m |
| 8 ft | 243.84 cm | 8′ 0″ | 2.4384 m |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm | 10′ 0″ | 3.048 m |
Popular Searches
- 5 feet in cm: 152.4 cm
- 5 ft 4 in in cm: 162.56 cm (average US female)
- 5 ft 7 in in cm: 170.18 cm
- 5 ft 9 in in cm: 175.26 cm (average US male)
- 5 ft 10 in in cm: 177.8 cm
- 6 feet in cm: 182.88 cm
- 6 ft 2 in in cm: 187.96 cm
Height Conversion Chart — ft+in to cm
This chart is designed specifically for human height conversions — the most common reason people look up feet-to-cm conversions. Whether you need your height in centimeters for a visa application, sports profile, or medical form, find your height here instantly.
| Height (ft & in) | Total Inches | Centimeters (cm) | Meters (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4′ 0″ | 48″ | 121.92 cm | 1.22 m |
| 4′ 6″ | 54″ | 137.16 cm | 1.37 m |
| 5′ 0″ | 60″ | 152.40 cm | 1.52 m |
| 5′ 2″ | 62″ | 157.48 cm | 1.57 m |
| 5′ 4″ | 64″ | 162.56 cm | 1.63 m |
| 5′ 5″ | 65″ | 165.10 cm | 1.65 m |
| 5′ 6″ | 66″ | 167.64 cm | 1.68 m |
| 5′ 7″ | 67″ | 170.18 cm | 1.70 m |
| 5′ 8″ | 68″ | 172.72 cm | 1.73 m |
| 5′ 9″ | 69″ | 175.26 cm | 1.75 m |
| 5′ 10″ | 70″ | 177.80 cm | 1.78 m |
| 5′ 11″ | 71″ | 180.34 cm | 1.80 m |
| 6′ 0″ | 72″ | 182.88 cm | 1.83 m |
| 6′ 2″ | 74″ | 187.96 cm | 1.88 m |
| 6′ 4″ | 76″ | 193.04 cm | 1.93 m |
| 6′ 6″ | 78″ | 198.12 cm | 1.98 m |
| 7′ 0″ | 84″ | 213.36 cm | 2.13 m |
Use Cases: When You Need Feet to CM
International Travel and Passports
Most countries outside the USA, UK, and a few others use the metric system, meaning height on official documents is expressed in centimeters. When applying for a visa, passport, or completing an international medical form, you'll need to convert your height from feet and inches to centimeters. A person who is 5'9" is 175.26 cm — a fact that matters on immigration forms, driver's licenses, and health records worldwide.
Online Shopping for Clothing
International clothing retailers — particularly from Europe and Asia — size garments in centimeters. Finding the right size requires knowing your height in cm. A height of 5'7" (170.18 cm) maps to a European size range quite differently than its foot-inch equivalent, and getting it right prevents costly return shipping.
Construction and Architecture
Metric construction (used in most of Europe, Asia, and Australia) works in centimeters and millimeters. When a US architect or contractor collaborates with international partners, all measurements must be converted. A ceiling height of 9 feet becomes 274.32 cm on metric blueprints.
Sports and Athletics
International sports federations record athlete heights in centimeters. Basketball player profiles on international leagues list heights in cm. An NBA player at 6'8" is 203.2 cm — which is how their stats appear on global sports databases.
Medical and Health Records
Doctors, nurses, and health professionals worldwide use the metric system. BMI calculators and growth charts require height in centimeters for precise computation. Converting from feet-and-inches ensures your medical records are consistent and internationally compatible.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are exactly 30.48 centimeters in 1 foot. This is an exact conversion defined by the international yard and pound agreement: 1 foot = 0.3048 meters = 30.48 cm.
5 feet = 152.4 cm. Calculation: 5 × 30.48 = 152.4.
6 feet = 182.88 cm. Calculation: 6 × 30.48 = 182.88.
Use: cm = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54). Example: 5 ft 7 in = (5 × 30.48) + (7 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 17.78 = 170.18 cm.
Yes. The conversion factor 30.48 cm per foot is an exact defined value, not an approximation. So feet-to-cm conversions are always precise with no rounding error in the factor itself.
5 feet 4 inches = 162.56 cm. This is the approximate average height for a US female.
5 feet 10 inches = 177.8 cm. Calculation: (5 × 30.48) + (10 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8.
Yes. Use our CM to Feet Converter for the reverse calculation. The formula is: feet = cm ÷ 30.48.
A helpful mnemonic: think "a foot is about 30 cm" for quick estimates, then remember the extra 0.48 cm for precision. Or remember 1 inch = 2.54 cm, and 1 foot = 12 inches, so 12 × 2.54 = 30.48.
Most of the world adopted the International System of Units (SI/metric) and uses centimeters. The United States, along with a few other nations, still uses the imperial system with feet and inches. This difference is largely historical and cultural, stemming from different industrialization eras and measurement traditions.