Foot + Inch to Centimeter Calculator
Enter height in feet and inches to get an instant conversion to centimeters.
How to convert feet and inches to centimeters
To convert height from feet and inches into centimeters, first convert each part separately, then add them together.
- 1 foot = 30.48 cm
- 1 inch = 2.54 cm
Formula: centimeters = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54)
Why this calculator is useful
A foot-inch to cm converter is helpful in many everyday situations, especially when you need metric values quickly and accurately.
- Filling out medical records
- Converting height for travel or visa documents
- Online shopping for clothing, bicycles, or sports gear
- School assignments and science projects
Example conversions
Example 1: 5 ft 10 in to cm
(5 × 30.48) + (10 × 2.54) = 152.4 + 25.4 = 177.8 cm
Example 2: 6 ft 2 in to cm
(6 × 30.48) + (2 × 2.54) = 182.88 + 5.08 = 187.96 cm
Common quick reference values
- 4 ft 11 in = 149.86 cm
- 5 ft 0 in = 152.4 cm
- 5 ft 5 in = 165.1 cm
- 5 ft 8 in = 172.72 cm
- 6 ft 0 in = 182.88 cm
Tips for accurate height input
- Use a flat wall and remove shoes for body-height measurements.
- Keep your head level and your back straight.
- Record inches carefully; even 0.5 inch changes the result.
- If inches are over 12, this calculator automatically normalizes them.
FAQ
Can I enter decimal inches?
Yes. Values like 10.25 or 11.5 inches work correctly.
What if I only know inches?
Enter 0 in the feet field and put total inches in the inches field. The calculator will still return the right centimeter value.
Does the calculator work on mobile?
Yes. The layout is responsive and adapts to smaller screens.