Convert kilometers to feet
Converting kilometers to feet is a common length task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 km equals 3,280.84 ft, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert kilometers to feet
To convert kilometers to feet, multiply the number of kilometers by 3,280.84. For example, 10 km × 3,280.84 = 32,808.4 ft.
ft = km × 3,280.84
- Write down the value in kilometers you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 3,280.84 (the exact km→ft factor).
- The result is your value in feet. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of kilometers and their equivalents in feet:
| km | ft |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3,280.84 |
| 2 | 6,561.68 |
| 3 | 9,842.52 |
| 4 | 13,123.4 |
| 5 | 16,404.2 |
| 10 | 32,808.4 |
| 20 | 65,616.8 |
| 25 | 82,021 |
| 50 | 164,042 |
| 100 | 328,084 |
| 250 | 820,210 |
| 500 | 1,640,420 |
About these units
Kilometer (km). A kilometer equals 1,000 meters and is the standard metric unit for road distances and geography. One kilometer is about 0.62 miles or a 12-minute walk.
Foot (ft). A foot is an imperial unit defined as exactly 0.3048 meters, or 12 inches. It remains the common unit for human height, room dimensions and altitude in the US and UK.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert kilometers to feet?
To convert kilometers to feet, multiply the number of kilometers by 3,280.84. For example, 10 km × 3,280.84 = 32,808.4 ft. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many feet are in 1 kilometer?
1 km = 3,280.84 ft. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many kilometers are in 1 foot?
1 ft = 0.0003048 km. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Foot to Kilometer converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the kilometers to feet conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 3,280.84 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is kilometer used for?
A kilometer equals 1,000 meters and is the standard metric unit for road distances and geography. One kilometer is about 0.62 miles or a 12-minute walk.