CM to inches converter

Convert lengths between centimetres and inches — handy for tailoring, furniture and screen sizes.

1 cm = 0.393701 in

Common conversions
CentimetresInches
1 cm0.3937 in
5 cm1.9685 in
10 cm3.937 in
15 cm5.9055 in
30 cm11.811 in
50 cm19.685 in
100 cm39.3701 in
150 cm59.0551 in
170 cm66.9291 in
180 cm70.8661 in

How to use the CM to inches converter

  1. Type a number in either box.
  2. The other box updates instantly.
  3. Use the chart for common sizes.

When it's useful

  • Tailoring and kameez measurements
  • Phone and TV screen sizes
  • Furniture and frame sizes

Limits to know

  • Results are rounded to 4 decimal places.

Your privacy

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Questions

How many cm is one inch?

Exactly 2.54 cm, by international definition.

How do I convert cm to inches?

Divide the centimetres by 2.54.

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