Knots to Kilometers per Hour Converter
Convert knots to kilometers per hour.
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1 Knots = 1.852 km/h
How to convert Knots to km/h?
How many km/h are in Knots? The relationship is:
- 1 Knot = 1.852 km/h
- 1 km/h = 0.539957 Knots
To convert Knots to km/h, multiply the value by 1.852.
Formula: km/h = Knots × 1.852
Step-by-Step Calculation
- Take the number of Knots you want to convert (e.g., 20).
- Multiply that value by 1.852.
- The result is the value in km/h. (Example: 20 × 1.852 = 37.04 km/h).
How to use this converter?
Enter knots and get km/h instantly—helpful for aviation, sailing, wind reports, and international speed conversions.
Common Knots to km/h Conversions
Quick reference guide for popular knot values.
5 kn = 9.26 km/h
10 kn = 18.52 km/h
15 kn = 27.78 km/h
20 kn = 37.04 km/h
25 kn = 46.3 km/h
30 kn = 55.56 km/h
40 kn = 74.08 km/h
50 kn = 92.6 km/h
60 kn = 111.12 km/h
100 kn = 185.2 km/h
History: Knots and nautical miles
Knots measure nautical miles per hour, which are used in navigation because they align with Earth’s coordinates. Converting to km/h helps compare with metric speed standards.
Common Knots to km/h Conversions
| Knots Input | km/h Result |
|---|---|
| 5 kn | 9.26 km/h |
| 10 kn | 18.52 km/h |
| 15 kn | 27.78 km/h |
| 20 kn | 37.04 km/h |
| 25 kn | 46.3 km/h |
| 30 kn | 55.56 km/h |
| 40 kn | 74.08 km/h |
| 50 kn | 92.6 km/h |
| 60 kn | 111.12 km/h |
| 100 kn | 185.2 km/h |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert knots to km/h?
Multiply knots by 1.852 to get km/h.
How many km/h is 10 knots?
10 knots equals 18.52 km/h.
How many km/h is 50 knots?
50 knots equals 92.6 km/h.
How do I convert km/h back to knots?
Divide km/h by 1.852 (or multiply by 0.539957) to get knots.
Is the conversion exact?
It’s standardized; answers may be rounded depending on decimal precision.