Length Converter
Inches to CM
Enter a value in inches to convert it to centimeters below, or use the formula and table to work it out yourself.
Convert inches to centimeters
0.393701
1 cm = 0.393701 in
| Unit | 1 cm = |
|---|---|
| Millimeters | 10 mm |
| Centimeters | 1 cm |
| Meters | 0.01 m |
| Kilometers | 0.00001 km |
| Inches | 0.393701 in |
| Feet | 0.032808 ft |
| Yards | 0.010936 yd |
| Miles | 0.000006 mi |
| Nautical miles | 0.000005 nmi |
How to convert inches to centimeters
Because one inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters, you convert inches to centimeters by multiplying by 2.54.
Example: a 15-inch laptop screen is 15 × 2.54 = 38.1 cm across, and a 32-inch waist is 32 × 2.54 = 81.28 cm.
Inches to centimeters table
| Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | 5.08 cm |
| 5 in | 12.70 cm |
| 6 in | 15.24 cm |
| 10 in | 25.40 cm |
| 12 in | 30.48 cm |
| 24 in | 60.96 cm |
Common inch values in centimeters.
Frequently asked questions
How many cm is 1 inch?
Exactly 2.54 centimeters. Multiply any inch value by 2.54 to get centimeters.
What is 12 inches in cm?
12 inches (one foot) equals 12 × 2.54 = 30.48 cm.