km to nautical miles Converter
Convert km to nautical miles instantly: 1 km = 0.539957 nautical miles. Free converter with the formula, a reference table and FAQs — no sign-up.
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How to convert km to nautical miles
Enter your value
Type the number of km you want to convert into the left box. The result in nautical miles appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — nautical miles to km. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
About km and nautical miles
km and nautical miles are common length measurements.
Worked examples: km to nautical miles
Multiply the km value by 0.539957 to get nautical miles. A few quick examples:
- 5 km × 0.539957 = 2.69979 nautical miles
- 25 km × 0.539957 = 13.4989 nautical miles
- 250 km × 0.539957 = 134.989 nautical miles
Related conversions
| km | nautical miles |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.54 |
| 5 | 2.7 |
| 10 | 5.4 |
| 20 | 10.8 |
| 50 | 27 |
| 100 | 54 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert km to nautical miles?
To convert km to nautical miles, multiply by 0.539957. Or use the calculator above for instant results.
How many nautical miles are in 1 km?
1 km equals 0.539957 nautical miles.
Is the km to nautical miles converter free?
Yes, the km to nautical miles converter is completely free with no sign-up required, no downloads, and it works offline once the page has loaded.