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Centimeters to feet (cm to ft)

1 cm = 0.03280839895 ft. Enter any value below to convert centimeters to feet instantly, or use the length converter for every other unit.

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1 cm = 0.03280839895 ft

ft = cm × 0.03280839895
1 ft = 30.48 cm

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Common length conversions

1 in2.54 cm
1 ft0.3048 m
1 yd0.9144 m
1 mi1.609344 km
1 nmi1.852 km
1 m3.280839895 ft
1 km0.6213711922 mi
1 cm0.3937007874 in

Centimeters to feet conversion table

Centimeters to feet
Centimeters (cm)Feet (ft)
30 cm0.9842519685 ft
50 cm1.640419948 ft
100 cm3.280839895 ft
150 cm4.921259843 ft
160 cm5.249343832 ft
170 cm5.577427822 ft
180 cm5.905511811 ft
190 cm6.233595801 ft
200 cm6.56167979 ft

The formula

ft = cm × 0.03280839895

1 cm = 0.01 m. 1 ft = 12 in = 0.3048 m (exact). These are exact definitions, so the only rounding is in the displayed result (10 significant digits).

When you need it

Centimeters to feet is mainly for heights given in metric, such as on ID documents, medical forms or dating profiles. Divide by 30.48 for decimal feet; to get feet and inches, divide by 2.54 first and split off whole feet.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert centimeters to feet?

Multiply the value in centimeters by 0.03280839895 (or divide by 30.48). For example, 150 cm = 4.921259843 ft.

How many feet are in one centimeter?

1 cm = 0.03280839895 ft.

How tall is 170 cm in feet and inches?

170 ÷ 2.54 ≈ 66.9 in, which is about 5 ft 7 in.

Why does the result show decimal feet?

This page converts to feet as a single unit. 5.5 ft means 5 ft 6 in, not 5 ft 5 in.

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