How to convert feet to centimeters

Step-by-step explanation of how to convert feet to centimeters, with formulas, worked examples, and a free online calculator.

Feet and centimeters are the most common length units used for measuring human height and short distances. One foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters, so to convert feet to centimeters, you multiply the number of feet by 30.48. For example, 6 feet × 30.48 = 182.88 cm. For heights expressed in feet and inches (e.g. 5'8"), convert the feet part first, then convert the inches part (1 inch = 2.54 cm), and add them together. The formula is: cm = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54). This is the conversion used in medical charts, ID documents, and sports statistics.