Converters

Knots to Miles per Hour Converter

Convert knots to miles per hour instantly. 1 knot = 1.15078 miles per hour.

1.15078
1 kn = 1.15078 mph

Common conversions

From 1 knots
  • Meters per Second (m/s)0.514444
  • Kilometers per Hour (km/h)1.852
  • Miles per Hour (mph)1.15078
  • Feet per Second (ft/s)1.68781
Method

How it works

Miles per Hour = Knots × 1.150778454
Multiply the number of knots by 1.150778454 to get miles per hour. To go back, multiply by 0.8689769926. Examples: 1 kn = 1.15078 mph · 5 kn = 5.75389 mph · 10 kn = 11.5078 mph · 100 kn = 115.078 mph.
FAQ

Frequently asked

How many miles per hour are in a knot?

1 knot = 1.15078 miles per hour.

What is the formula to convert knots to miles per hour?

Miles per Hour = Knots × 1.150778454

Is this conversion exact?

The conversion factor between knots and miles per hour is defined by international standards and is exact to at least 10 significant figures here.

Can I convert in the opposite direction?

Yes — use our Miles per Hour to Knots converter, or multiply your value by 0.8689769926.

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