Convert Centimeters to Inches
Convert centimeters to inches free and instantly. 1 centimeter = 0.393701 in. Exact formula, worked example and a handy reference table.
To convert centimeters to inches, multiply by 0.393701 (1 centimeter = 0.393701 inches). For example, 10 centimeters = 3.937008 inches.
Why convert centimeters to inches?
Both centimeters and inches measure length, so converting between them is a simple multiplication: one centimeter equals 0.393701 inches. Type any value into the converter above for an instant answer, or use the formula and reference table below.
Centimeters to inches formula
Inches = centimeters × 0.393701
Worked example: 10 centimeters = 3.937008 inches.
Centimeters to inches conversion table
| Centimeters (cm) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.393701 |
| 2 | 0.787402 |
| 3 | 1.181102 |
| 5 | 1.968504 |
| 10 | 3.937008 |
| 20 | 7.874016 |
| 50 | 19.68504 |
| 100 | 39.37008 |
Centimeters to Inches — frequently asked questions
How many inches are in a centimeter?
One centimeter equals 0.393701 inches. To convert any amount, multiply the number of centimeters by 0.393701.
How do you convert centimeters to inches?
Multiply by 0.393701: Inches = centimeters × 0.393701. For example, 10 centimeters = 3.937008 inches.
How do I convert inches back to centimeters?
Do the reverse conversion — see our inches-to-centimeters converter for the formula and an instant calculator.
Is this centimeters-to-inches converter free?
Yes — it's completely free, instant and runs in your browser with no sign-up. Nothing you type is uploaded.