How to convert feet to centimeters
Feet and Centimeters both measure length, so converting is a single multiplication. One ft equals 30.48 cm, so you multiply your feet value by 30.48.
Formula: centimeters = feet × 30.48. For example, 10 ft = 304.8 cm.
Feet to Centimeters conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 30.48 |
| 2 | 60.96 |
| 5 | 152.4 |
| 10 | 304.8 |
| 25 | 762 |
| 50 | 1,524 |
| 100 | 3,048 |
| 1,000 | 30,480 |
Feet and Centimeters explained
Feet (ft): Twelve inches (0.3048 m), used for height and room dimensions in the US and UK.
Centimeters (cm): One-hundredth of a metre, common for body measurements, paper sizes and everyday lengths.
When you'd convert feet to centimeters
You'll convert feet to centimeters whenever a measurement is given in one unit but you need it in the other — comparing feet and centimeters figures across regions, following a recipe or spec, or double-checking a number. Because 1 ft is exactly 30.48 cm, the result is precise every time.
Frequently asked questions
How many centimeters are in a feet?
One ft equals 30.48 cm. Multiply your feet figure by 30.48 to get centimeters.
What is the formula to convert feet to centimeters?
centimeters = feet × 30.48. The factor 30.48 is exact.
What is 2 feet in centimeters?
2 ft = 60.96 cm. You can enter any value in the converter above to get an instant result.
Is this Feet to Centimeters converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion factor (1 ft = 30.48 cm) defined by BIPM — SI Brochure (definition of the metre), so results are exact to several decimal places.