CM to Feet Converter
Convert centimeters to feet instantly — feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48
1 cm = 0.03 ft(feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48)
Centimeters to Feet conversion table
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (ft) |
|---|---|
| 30.48 | 1 |
| 100 | 3.28 |
| 120 | 3.94 |
| 150 | 4.92 |
| 155 | 5.09 |
| 160 | 5.25 |
| 165 | 5.41 |
| 170 | 5.58 |
| 175 | 5.74 |
| 180 | 5.91 |
| 185 | 6.07 |
| 190 | 6.23 |
| 195 | 6.4 |
| 200 | 6.56 |
How it works
Enter a value in centimeters and it is converted to feet using the exact factor: feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48. The conversion also works in reverse — edit either field.
CM to Feet formula
feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48
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Worked example
- Convert 180 cm to feet
- feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48
180 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.91 ft — about 5 feet 10.9 inches
Good to know
- The conversion factor is exact by definition (international yard and pound agreement, 1959) — rounding only comes from the decimals you keep.
- For the reverse conversion, see the CM to Inches converter below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert cm to feet?
Divide centimeters by 30.48 (one foot = 12 inches × 2.54 cm = 30.48 cm exactly). For feet-and-inches, take the whole feet, then multiply the remainder by 12 ÷ 30.48 for the inches.
What is 170 cm in feet?
170 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.58 feet, which is 5 feet 6.9 inches — usually stated as 5'7".
What is 180 cm in feet?
180 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.91 feet, which is 5 feet 10.9 inches — just under 5'11".
Why do heights use feet AND inches instead of decimal feet?
Convention: imperial height is read as whole feet plus remaining inches (5'7" rather than 5.58 ft). The decimal form is correct but unfamiliar, so this page shows both.