Centimeters to Feet Converter
Convert centimeters to feet instantly. One centimeter equals exactly 0.0328084 feet. Type in either box to convert both ways, then use the chart, worked examples and everyday sizes below.
How to convert centimeters to feet
Worked example: convert 48 centimeters to feet. Using feet ← centimeters × 0.03280839895, we get 48 × 0.03280839895 = 1.5748031 ft. To check the result, convert back: 1.5748031 ft ÷ 0.03280839895 = 48 cm.
Centimeters to feet chart
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.0328084 ft |
| 2 cm | 0.0656168 ft |
| 3 cm | 0.0984252 ft |
| 4 cm | 0.1312336 ft |
| 5 cm | 0.164042 ft |
| 6 cm | 0.1968504 ft |
| 8 cm | 0.2624672 ft |
| 10 cm | 0.328084 ft |
| 12 cm | 0.3937008 ft |
| 15 cm | 0.492126 ft |
| 20 cm | 0.656168 ft |
| 25 cm | 0.82021 ft |
| 30 cm | 0.984252 ft |
| 40 cm | 1.312336 ft |
| 50 cm | 1.64042 ft |
| 75 cm | 2.46063 ft |
| 100 cm | 3.28084 ft |
| 150 cm | 4.92126 ft |
| 200 cm | 6.56168 ft |
| 250 cm | 8.2021 ft |
| 500 cm | 16.4042 ft |
| 1,000 cm | 32.8084 ft |
Feet to centimeters (reverse)
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
| 20 ft | 609.6 cm |
| 50 ft | 1,524 cm |
| 100 ft | 3,048 cm |
| 250 ft | 7,620 cm |
| 500 ft | 15,240 cm |
| 1,000 ft | 30,480 cm |
About the centimeter and the foot
The centimeter (centimetre) is one hundredth of a meter, about the width of a fingertip. Outside the United States it is the standard unit for body height, clothing measurements, furniture and parcel sizes.
The foot is divided into 12 inches and is used for personal height in the US and UK, building dimensions in the US and aircraft altitude worldwide: airliners cruise at roughly 35,000 feet.
One foot equals 30.48 centimeters, which makes the foot the longer unit of the two.
Everyday sizes in centimeters and feet
| Everyday example (approximate) | In centimeters | In feet |
|---|---|---|
| The long side of an A4 sheet of paper | 29.7 cm | 0.97441 ft |
| A typical adult's height | 170 cm | 5.5774 ft |
| A standard interior door | 203.2 cm | 6.6667 ft |
| A double-decker bus length | 1,100 cm | 36.089 ft |
| An Olympic swimming pool | 5,000 cm | 164.04 ft |
| A soccer pitch length | 10,500 cm | 344.49 ft |
Centimeters to feet FAQ
How many feet are in one centimeter?
One centimeter equals exactly 0.03280839895 feet. In the other direction, one foot equals 30.48 centimeters.
How do I convert centimeters to feet without a calculator?
convert 48 centimeters to feet. Using feet ← centimeters × 0.03280839895, we get 48 × 0.03280839895 = 1.5748031 ft. To check the result, convert back: 1.5748031 ft ÷ 0.03280839895 = 48 cm. For a quick estimate, round the factor to 0.033. Then 48 cm is about 1.584 ft, compared with the exact 1.5748 ft (an error of 0.58%). That is close enough for planning, but use the calculator above when the number matters.
What is the long side of an A4 sheet of paper in feet?
The long side of an A4 sheet of paper is about 29.7 centimeters, which is 0.97441 feet. Treat that as an approximate everyday figure rather than an official measurement.
Are the centimeters and feet the same in every country?
The centimeter is exactly 0.01 m. The international foot is exactly 0.3048 m. The older US survey foot differs by about two parts per million and is being retired.