Centimetres to Inches
Convert centimetres (cm) to inches (in) instantly — with formula and reference table.
Quick answer: 1 cm = 0.393701 in. To convert centimetres to inches, multiply by cm × 0.393701.
Converting centimetres to inches
This converter changes a value in centimetres (cm) into inches (in). One centimetre equals 0.393701 in. One inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimetres, so converting centimetres to inches means dividing by 2.54 (or multiplying by 0.3937). The conversion runs entirely in your browser — enter a value and the result updates instantly, in either direction.
Formula
in = cm × 0.393701
Example
Convert 10 cm to in: 10 × 0.393701 = 3.937008 in.
Centimetres to Inches conversion table
| Centimetres (cm) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.393701 in |
| 2 cm | 0.787402 in |
| 3 cm | 1.181102 in |
| 5 cm | 1.968504 in |
| 10 cm | 3.937008 in |
| 20 cm | 7.874016 in |
| 25 cm | 9.84252 in |
| 50 cm | 19.685039 in |
| 100 cm | 39.370079 in |
How to use this converter
- Enter a value in the centimetres (cm) field.
- Read the converted value in inches (in) below.
- Type into the in field instead to convert in reverse, or use the swap button.
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in a centimetre?
1 centimetre equals 0.3937 inches. Divide centimetres by 2.54 to get inches.
How do I convert 180 cm to inches?
180 ÷ 2.54 = 70.87 inches, which is about 5 feet 11 inches.
How do I convert cm to feet and inches?
Convert to total inches, then divide by 12 for feet and take the remainder as inches. 180 cm = 70.87 in = 5 ft 10.9 in.