Length conversion
5 ft to m
1.524 m
5 feet = 1.524 metres. Exact factor: m = ft × 0.3048.
Live converter
Edit either field — the other updates instantly. Type decimal values like 38.4.
The formula
m = ft × 0.3048
Worked example: 5 × 0.3048 = 1.524 m.
Values near 5 ft
| ft | m |
|---|---|
| 4.25 | 1.295 |
| 4.5 | 1.372 |
| 4.75 | 1.448 |
| 5this page | 1.524 |
| 5.25 | 1.6 |
| 5.5 | 1.676 |
| 5.75 | 1.753 |
Frequently asked
How do you convert feet to metres?
Apply the formula m = ft × 0.3048. Enter any value in the live converter above and the result updates as you type.
What is 5 ft in m?
5 ft equals 1.524 m. The reference table below shows the values immediately around 5 ft.
Is this conversion exact?
Yes. Aviation still quotes altitude in feet worldwide, which is why 35,000 ft appears on flight maps in metric countries.