Kilojoules to Kilocalories (kcal) Converter
Convert kJ to kcal instantly — and see every other energy unit at once.
1 kJ=0.239006 kcal
1 kJ in every unit
Joules
1,000J
Kilojoulesfrom
1kJ
Megajoules
0.001MJ
Watt-hours
0.277778Wh
Kilowatt-hours
2.7778e-4kWh
Calories (small)
239.0057cal
Kilocalories (kcal)
0.239006kcal
BTU
0.947813BTU
Electronvolts
6,241,509,074,460,763,000,000eV
Foot-pounds
737.561ft·lb
Common Kilojoules to Kilocalories (kcal) conversions
| Kilojoules (kJ) | Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ | 0.23901 kcal |
| 2 kJ | 0.47801 kcal |
| 5 kJ | 1.19503 kcal |
| 10 kJ | 2.39006 kcal |
| 25 kJ | 5.97514 kcal |
| 50 kJ | 11.95029 kcal |
| 100 kJ | 23.90057 kcal |
| 250 kJ | 59.75143 kcal |
| 500 kJ | 119.50287 kcal |
| 1000 kJ | 239.00574 kcal |
The formula
Kilojoules (kJ) — a unit of energy.
Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) — a unit of energy.
Worked examples
1 kJ→0.23901 kcal
Apply Kilojoules ÷ 4.184 with input = 1. Result: 0.23901 kcal.
5 kJ→1.19503 kcal
Apply Kilojoules ÷ 4.184 with input = 5. Result: 1.19503 kcal.
10 kJ→2.39006 kcal
Apply Kilojoules ÷ 4.184 with input = 10. Result: 2.39006 kcal.
FAQ
How do I convert Kilojoules to Kilocalories (kcal)?
Use the formula: kcal = Kilojoules ÷ 4.184. You can also use the converter above — type any value and the result updates instantly.
Where are Kilojoules used?
Kilojoules (kJ) — a unit of energy.
Where are Kilocalories (kcal) used?
Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) — a unit of energy.