Convert centimeters to feet and inches instantly. This free cm to feet and inches converter turns any cm value into feet and inches, with total inches and metres in the breakdown.
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Enter a length in centimetres to convert it to feet and inches. 1 inch = 2.54 cm, and 12 inches = 1 foot.
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To convert centimetres to feet and inches: divide cm by 2.54 to get total inches, take the whole number of 12-inch groups as feet, and the remainder as inches. For example, 170 cm ÷ 2.54 ≈ 66.9 inches = 5 feet 6.9 inches.
Use this free cm to feet and inches converter to change any height or length in centimetres into feet and inches instantly. Enter a value in cm and get the exact feet-and-inches result.
How to convert cm to feet and inches
To convert centimetres to feet and inches, divide the cm by 2.54 to get total inches, then split that into feet (each 12 inches) and the leftover inches.
total inches = cm ÷ 2.54
feet = whole number of (total inches ÷ 12)
inches = remainder
For example, 170 cm ÷ 2.54 ≈ 66.9 inches, which is 5 feet 6.9 inches.
CM to feet and inches chart
Centimetres
Feet & inches
150 cm
4 ft 11.1 in
160 cm
5 ft 3.0 in
165 cm
5 ft 5.0 in
170 cm
5 ft 6.9 in
175 cm
5 ft 8.9 in
180 cm
5 ft 10.9 in
190 cm
6 ft 2.8 in
Why 2.54?
One inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimetres, so dividing by 2.54 converts cm to inches. Twelve inches make one foot, which is why heights are written as feet and inches.
How to use the converter
Type the length in centimetres.
Read the feet-and-inches result instantly.
Check total inches or metres in the breakdown.
CM to Feet and Inches FAQ
How do I convert cm to feet and inches?
Divide the centimeters by 2.54 to get total inches, then split that into feet (every 12 inches) and the remaining inches. 170 cm is about 5 feet 6.9 inches.
How many feet and inches is 170 cm?
170 cm is approximately 5 feet 6.9 inches (66.9 inches total).
How many feet and inches is 180 cm?
180 cm is approximately 5 feet 10.9 inches (70.9 inches total).
Why divide by 2.54?
One inch is defined as exactly 2.54 centimeters, so dividing cm by 2.54 gives the length in inches.
How many cm are in a foot?
One foot is 12 inches, which equals 30.48 cm.
Is the cm to feet and inches converter free?
Yes, this converter is completely free, needs no sign-up, and gives instant results in your browser.
