Convert Foot to Nautical Mile
Convert feet to nautical miles by entering a value below.
How to Convert Feet to Nautical Miles
The foot and nautical mile are both units of length. 1 nautical mile equals 6076.1154856 feet. This means to convert feet to nautical miles, you divide by 6076.1154856.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 ft to nautical miles:
We need to convert feet to nautical miles
Since 1 nmi = 6076.1154856 ft, divide by 6076.1154856
5 ÷ 6076.1154856 = 0.0008228942
5 ft = 0.0008228942 nmi
Foot to Nautical Mile Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common foot to nautical mile conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Feet (ft) | Nautical Miles (nmi) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ft | 1.6457883369e-5 nmi |
| 0.5 ft | 8.2289416847e-5 nmi |
| 1 ft | 0.0001645788 nmi |
| 2 ft | 0.0003291577 nmi |
| 5 ft | 0.0008228942 nmi |
| 10 ft | 0.0016457883 nmi |
| 25 ft | 0.0041144708 nmi |
| 50 ft | 0.0082289417 nmi |
| 100 ft | 0.0164578834 nmi |
About These Units
Foot (ft)
A foot (ft) is an imperial unit equal to 12 inches or 30.48 centimeters exactly. Feet measure human height, room dimensions, building heights, and elevation in the US. One foot equals 0.3048 meters. Aviation altitude is measured in feet worldwide.
Nautical Mile (nmi)
A nautical mile (nmi or NM) is exactly 1,852 meters or 1.151 statute miles. Nautical miles are the standard unit for maritime and aviation navigation, based on one minute of latitude. Ship and aircraft speeds are measured in knots (nautical miles per hour).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert feet to nautical miles?
To convert feet to nautical miles, divide the value by 6076.1154856. For example, 10 ft = 0.0016457883 nmi.
How many nautical miles are in 1 foot?
1 foot equals 0.0001645788 nautical miles.
What is the formula for feet to nautical miles?
The formula is: nmi = ft ÷ 6076.1154856.