kilometers to feet Converter
Type a value in kilometers and get the answer in feet instantly — or convert the other way. The conversion uses the exact relationship 1 kilometers = 3280.84 feet, the same formula used in textbooks and engineering references.
Aviation altitudes, hiking trails and running elevation are quoted in feet even when the distances underneath are metric. One kilometer is 3,280.84 feet — so a 5 km trail climb chart in feet needs this exact factor, not the rough 3,280.
How to use
- Type your value into the kilometers box — the feet result updates as you type.
- To go the other direction, type into the feet box instead and read the kilometers result.
- Copy the result with one tap, or scan the reference table below for common values.
Frequently asked questions
How do you convert kilometers to feet?
Multiply the number of kilometers by 3280.84. For example, 10 kilometers = 32808.4 feet. The converter above does this for you and shows more decimal places than you will ever need.
How many feet are in one kilometers?
Exactly 3280.84 feet. This is a fixed definition, not an approximation, so the conversion is exact at any scale.
Is this converter accurate for professional use?
Yes — it uses full double-precision arithmetic and the official kilometers-to-feet factor, so results are reliable for schoolwork, cooking, fitness, travel and technical work.
Can I convert feet back to kilometers?
Yes. The converter is two-way: just type in the second box and the first box updates instantly with the reverse conversion.