Five feet
Input: 5 ft
Output: 152.4 cm
5 × 30.48 = 152.4 centimeters.
feet to cm converter
Use this to turn a height or length in feet into centimeters.
Centimeters:
Formula and algorithm
- centimeters = feet × 30.48
- Constant used: 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters (exact).
- For feet and inches, convert inches to feet (÷ 12) and add before multiplying.
Worked examples
Six feet
Input: 6 ft
Output: 182.88 cm
6 × 30.48 = 182.88 centimeters.
Feet and inches
Input: 5.5 ft
Output: 167.64 cm
5.5 ft (5 ft 6 in) × 30.48 = 167.64 centimeters.
FAQ
What is 5 feet in cm?
5 feet equals exactly 152.4 centimeters.
How do I enter 5 feet 6 inches?
6 inches is 0.5 feet, so enter 5.5 feet to get 167.64 cm.
Is 30.48 exact?
Yes. Since 1 foot = 0.3048 m exactly, 1 foot = 30.48 cm exactly.
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Updated: June 7, 2026