Knots to Meters/second Converter
Convert kn to m/s instantly — and see every other speed unit at once.
From
To
0.514444m/s
1 kn=0.514444 m/s
1 kn in every unit
Meters/second
0.514444m/s
Kilometers/hour
1.852km/h
Miles/hour
1.1508mph
Feet/second
1.6878ft/s
Knotsfrom
1kn
Mach
0.001512M
Common Knots to Meters/second conversions
| Knots (kn) | Meters/second (m/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kn | 0.51444 m/s |
| 2 kn | 1.02889 m/s |
| 5 kn | 2.57222 m/s |
| 10 kn | 5.14444 m/s |
| 25 kn | 12.8611 m/s |
| 50 kn | 25.7222 m/s |
| 100 kn | 51.4444 m/s |
| 250 kn | 128.611 m/s |
| 500 kn | 257.222 m/s |
| 1000 kn | 514.444 m/s |
The formula
m/s = Knots ÷ 1.94385
Knots (kn) — a unit of speed.
Meters/second (m/s) — a unit of speed.
Worked examples
1 kn→0.51444 m/s
Apply Knots ÷ 1.94385 with input = 1. Result: 0.51444 m/s.
5 kn→2.57222 m/s
Apply Knots ÷ 1.94385 with input = 5. Result: 2.57222 m/s.
10 kn→5.14444 m/s
Apply Knots ÷ 1.94385 with input = 10. Result: 5.14444 m/s.
FAQ
How do I convert Knots to Meters/second?
Use the formula: m/s = Knots ÷ 1.94385. You can also use the converter above — type any value and the result updates instantly.
Where are Knots used?
Knots (kn) — a unit of speed.
Where are Meters/second used?
Meters/second (m/s) — a unit of speed.
How do I convert Meters/second back to Knots?
Use the Meters/second to Knots converter.