Feet to Centimeters Converter
Convert feet to centimeters instantly. One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. Type in either box to convert both ways, then use the chart, worked examples and everyday sizes below.
How to convert feet to centimeters
Worked example: convert 48 feet to centimeters. Using centimeters ← feet × 30.48, we get 48 × 30.48 = 1,463.04 cm. To check the result, convert back: 1,463.04 cm ÷ 30.48 = 48 ft.
Feet to centimeters chart
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm |
| 8 ft | 243.84 cm |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
| 12 ft | 365.76 cm |
| 15 ft | 457.2 cm |
| 20 ft | 609.6 cm |
| 25 ft | 762 cm |
| 30 ft | 914.4 cm |
| 40 ft | 1,219.2 cm |
| 50 ft | 1,524 cm |
| 75 ft | 2,286 cm |
| 100 ft | 3,048 cm |
| 150 ft | 4,572 cm |
| 200 ft | 6,096 cm |
| 250 ft | 7,620 cm |
| 500 ft | 15,240 cm |
| 1,000 ft | 30,480 cm |
Centimeters to feet (reverse)
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.0328084 ft |
| 2 cm | 0.0656168 ft |
| 5 cm | 0.164042 ft |
| 10 cm | 0.328084 ft |
| 20 cm | 0.656168 ft |
| 50 cm | 1.64042 ft |
| 100 cm | 3.28084 ft |
| 250 cm | 8.2021 ft |
| 500 cm | 16.4042 ft |
| 1,000 cm | 32.8084 ft |
About the foot and the centimeter
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.
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.
One foot equals 30.48 centimeters, which makes the foot the longer unit of the two.
Everyday sizes in feet and centimeters
| Everyday example (approximate) | In feet | In centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| The long side of an A4 sheet of paper | 0.97441 ft | 29.7 cm |
| A typical adult's height | 5.5774 ft | 170 cm |
| A standard interior door | 6.6667 ft | 203.2 cm |
| A double-decker bus length | 36.089 ft | 1,100 cm |
| An Olympic swimming pool | 164.04 ft | 5,000 cm |
| A soccer pitch length | 344.49 ft | 10,500 cm |
Feet to centimeters FAQ
How many centimeters are in one foot?
One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. In the other direction, one centimeter equals 0.032808399 feet.
How do I convert feet to centimeters without a calculator?
convert 48 feet to centimeters. Using centimeters ← feet × 30.48, we get 48 × 30.48 = 1,463.04 cm. To check the result, convert back: 1,463.04 cm ÷ 30.48 = 48 ft. For a quick estimate, round the factor to 30. Then 48 ft is about 1,440 cm, compared with the exact 1,463.04 cm (an error of 1.6%). That is close enough for planning, but use the calculator above when the number matters.
What is a double-decker bus length in centimeters?
A double-decker bus length is about 36.089 feet, which is 1,100 centimeters. Treat that as an approximate everyday figure rather than an official measurement.
Are the feet and centimeters the same in every country?
The international foot is exactly 0.3048 m. The older US survey foot differs by about two parts per million and is being retired. The centimeter is exactly 0.01 m.