Convert knots to km/h
Type the number of knots that you wish to convert to kilometers per hour.
How to Convert Knots to Kilometers per Hour
The knot and kilometer per hour are both units of speed. 1 knot equals 1.8519999969 kilometers per hour. This means to convert knots to kilometers per hour, you multiply by 1.8519999969.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kn to kilometers per hour:
We need to convert knots to kilometers per hour
Since 1 kn = 1.8519999969 km/h, multiply by 1.8519999969
5 × 1.8519999969 = 9.2599999846
5 kn = 9.2599999846 km/h
Knot to Kilometer per Hour Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common knot to kilometer per hour conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Knots (kn) | Kilometers per Hour (km/h) |
|---|---|
| 1 kn | 1.8519999969 km/h |
| 2 kn | 3.7039999938 km/h |
| 5 kn | 9.2599999846 km/h |
| 10 kn | 18.519999969 km/h |
| 15 kn | 27.779999954 km/h |
| 20 kn | 37.039999938 km/h |
| 25 kn | 46.299999923 km/h |
| 50 kn | 92.599999846 km/h |
| 100 kn | 185.19999969 km/h |
About These Units
Knot (kn)
A knot (kn or kt) equals one nautical mile per hour, approximately 1.151 mph or 1.852 km/h. Knots are the standard speed unit for ships, aircraft, and wind in maritime and aviation worldwide. Origin: sailors counted knots on a rope trailing behind the ship.
Kilometer per Hour (km/h)
Kilometers per hour (km/h or kph) is the standard speed unit for vehicles, speed limits, and weather in most countries worldwide. To convert km/h to mph, multiply by 0.621. Common speeds: walking 5 km/h, city driving 50 km/h, highway 120 km/h.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert knots to kilometers per hour?
To convert knots to kilometers per hour, multiply the value by 1.8519999969. For example, 10 kn = 18.519999969 km/h.
How many kilometers per hour are in 1 knot?
1 knot equals 1.8519999969 kilometers per hour.
What is the formula for knots to kilometers per hour?
The formula is: km/h = kn × 1.8519999969.