Inches to centimeters formula
centimeters = inches × 2.54
1 in = 2.54 cm
Inches to centimeters conversion table
| Inches (in) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 in | 2.54 cm |
| 2 in | 5.08 cm |
| 3 in | 7.62 cm |
| 4 in | 10.16 cm |
| 5 in | 12.7 cm |
| 6 in | 15.24 cm |
| 7 in | 17.78 cm |
| 8 in | 20.32 cm |
| 9 in | 22.86 cm |
| 10 in | 25.4 cm |
| 12 in | 30.48 cm |
| 15 in | 38.1 cm |
| 18 in | 45.72 cm |
| 20 in | 50.8 cm |
| 24 in | 60.96 cm |
| 27 in | 68.58 cm |
| 30 in | 76.2 cm |
| 32 in | 81.28 cm |
| 36 in | 91.44 cm |
| 40 in | 101.6 cm |
| 43 in | 109.22 cm |
| 50 in | 127 cm |
| 55 in | 139.7 cm |
| 65 in | 165.1 cm |
How to use the Inches to CM tool
3 simple steps · under a minute
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Enter inches
Type the number of inches in the first box.
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Read the centimeters
The result appears instantly, rounded to a sensible number of decimals.
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Convert back
Type in the second box to convert centimeters back to inches.
About Inches to CM converter
To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54, the exact number of centimeters in one inch. For example, 12 inches × 2.54 = 30.48 cm.
Inches are used for screen sizes, tyre and wheel sizes, paper and photo sizes, and body measurements in the US and UK. The table below covers popular values such as TV and monitor sizes.
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Frequently asked questions
How many cm are in an inch?
Exactly 2.54 centimeters.
How do I convert inches to cm?
Multiply the inches by 2.54. For example, 10 inches × 2.54 = 25.4 cm.
How big is a 55-inch TV in cm?
TV sizes are measured diagonally: 55 inches = 139.7 cm.
How many cm is a foot?
One foot is 12 inches, which is 30.48 cm.