Nautical Miles to Kilometers Converter
Formula
km = nmi x 1.852 | nmi = km / 1.852 | 1 knot = 1 nmi/h = 1.852 km/h = 1.15078 mph
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kilometers are in a nautical mile?
One nautical mile equals exactly 1.852 kilometers. The nautical mile is based on the circumference of the Earth - it equals one minute of latitude (1/60 of a degree).
What is the difference between a nautical mile and a statute mile?
A nautical mile (1.852 km) is about 15% longer than a statute mile (1.609 km). Nautical miles are used in maritime and aviation navigation because they directly relate to degrees of latitude on Earth's surface.
What is a knot?
A knot is one nautical mile per hour (1.852 km/h or 1.151 mph). The term comes from the historical method of measuring ship speed by counting knots on a line over a fixed time interval.
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