CM ↔ Feet & Inches
Convert centimeters to feet and inches - and convert feet and inches back to cm, m, or km quickly and accurately.
How the CM ↔ Feet & Inches Converter Works
To convert centimeters to feet and inches, the converter first turns centimeters into inches (divide by 2.54), then splits the result into feet (12 inches per foot) plus the remaining inches.
To convert in the other direction, enter feet and inches and the tool suggests a metric output (cm, m, or km). This is helpful for height conversion, construction measurements, and international sizing.
- CM → inches: inches = cm ÷ 2.54
- Inches → feet: feet = floor(inches ÷ 12)
- Remainder inches: inches = total inches − feet × 12
- Feet/inches → cm: cm = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54
When You’ll Use CM to Feet and Inches
Feet and inches are widely used in the US and in many product specs, while centimeters are standard in most metric countries. A two-way converter makes it easy to compare sizes, fill out forms, and interpret measurements correctly.
- Height conversion: Convert 180 cm to feet/inches or 5′11″ to cm.
- DIY & construction: Switch between metric plans and imperial measurements.
- Shopping & specs: Understand dimensions across international stores.
FAQ
How do you convert cm to feet and inches?
The tool converts cm → inches using 1 inch = 2.54 cm, then converts inches → feet using 1 foot = 12 inches. It returns feet plus the remaining inches.
Can I convert feet and inches back to centimeters?
Yes. Switch the direction to Feet & Inches → Metric and enter feet and inches. The tool converts to centimeters and can also show meters or kilometers.
Is this tool accurate?
Yes. It uses the standard conversion constants: 1 inch = 2.54 cm and 1 foot = 12 inches.
Does this work for height conversion?
Yes. This is a common use case - convert a height like 180 cm into feet and inches, or convert 5 ft 11 in into cm.
Is anything uploaded or stored?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser.