📏 Feet to Meters
Convert feet to meters instantly. Free online feet to meters converter with reference table and formula.
Formula: meters = feet × 0.3048
Conversion Reference Table
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How to Convert Feet to Meters
One foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. This is the exact, internationally defined conversion. To convert feet to meters, multiply by 0.3048. To convert meters to feet, divide by 0.3048 (or multiply by 3.28084).
This conversion is commonly needed in construction, real estate, aviation (altitude is often given in feet), and when comparing measurements between the US and metric countries. For example, Mount Everest's summit is at 29,032 feet (8,849 meters). A standard ceiling height in the US is 8 feet (2.44 meters).
Aviation and Altitude
In aviation, altitude is universally measured in feet, even in countries that use the metric system. Commercial aircraft typically cruise at 30,000–40,000 feet (9,144–12,192 meters). The "transition altitude" where pilots switch from local pressure settings to standard pressure is typically 18,000 feet (5,486 meters) in the US. Our converter is useful for pilots, hikers and mountaineers who need to switch between these units.