Convert ml to liters

Type the number of milliliters that you wish to convert to liters.

1 mL (milliliters) = 0.001 L (liters)

How to Convert Milliliters to Liters

The milliliter and liter are both units of volume. By definition, 1 liter equals exactly 1000 milliliters. This means to convert milliliters to liters, you divide by 1000.

Formula

liters = milliliters ÷ 1000

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 mL to liters:

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Convert 5 mL to liters

We need to convert milliliters to liters

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Apply the formula

Since 1 L = 1000 mL, divide by 1000

5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005

Answer

5 mL = 0.005 L

Milliliter to Liter Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common milliliter to liter conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Milliliters (mL) Liters (L)
0.1 mL 0.0001 L
0.5 mL 0.0005 L
1 mL 0.001 L
2 mL 0.002 L
5 mL 0.005 L
10 mL 0.01 L
25 mL 0.025 L
50 mL 0.05 L
100 mL 0.1 L

About These Units

Milliliter (mL)

A milliliter (mL) equals 1/1000 liter, 1 cubic centimeter, or approximately 0.034 fluid ounces. Milliliters measure medicine dosages, beverage servings, cooking ingredients, and cosmetics. A teaspoon holds about 5 mL, a tablespoon about 15 mL.

Liter (L)

A liter (L) is the standard metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 milliliters, 1,000 cubic centimeters, or 0.264 US gallons. Liters measure beverages, fuel, engine displacement, and liquid products worldwide. One liter of water weighs exactly 1 kilogram at 4°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert milliliters to liters?

To convert milliliters to liters, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 mL = 0.01 L.

How many liters are in 1 milliliter?

1 milliliter equals 0.001 liters.

What is the formula for milliliters to liters?

The formula is: L = mL ÷ 1000.