Kilometres per hour to Knots
Convert kilometres per hour (km/h) to knots (kn) instantly — with formula and reference table.
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Quick answer: 1 km/h = 0.539957 kn. To convert kilometres per hour to knots, multiply by km/h × 0.539957.
Converting kilometres per hour to knots
This converter changes a value in kilometres per hour (km/h) into knots (kn). One kilometres per hour equals 0.539957 kn. To convert km/h to knots, divide by 1.852 (or multiply by 0.539957). The conversion runs entirely in your browser — enter a value and the result updates instantly, in either direction.
Formula
kn = km/h × 0.539957
Example
Convert 10 km/h to kn: 10 × 0.539957 = 5.399568 kn.
Kilometres per hour to Knots conversion table
| Kilometres per hour (km/h) | Knots (kn) |
|---|---|
| 1 km/h | 0.539957 kn |
| 2 km/h | 1.079914 kn |
| 3 km/h | 1.61987 kn |
| 5 km/h | 2.699784 kn |
| 10 km/h | 5.399568 kn |
| 20 km/h | 10.799136 kn |
| 25 km/h | 13.49892 kn |
| 50 km/h | 26.99784 kn |
| 100 km/h | 53.99568 kn |
How to use this converter
- Enter a value in the kilometres per hour (km/h) field.
- Read the converted value in knots (kn) below.
- Type into the kn field instead to convert in reverse, or use the swap button.
Frequently asked questions
How many knots is 100 km/h?
100 km/h equals 54 knots.
How do I convert km/h to knots?
Divide the speed in km/h by 1.852.
What is a typical cruising speed in knots?
A commercial jet cruises near 450-500 knots; a cargo ship around 20-25 knots.