light years to centimeters
Convert light year to centimeter — instant, free, with the formula shown.
1 ly=9.4607e+17 cm
How to convert light year to centimeter
To convert light year to centimeter, multiply by 9.4607e+17:
cm = ly × 9.4607e+17
For example, 10 ly × 9.4607e+17 = 9.4607e+18 cm.
ly to cm conversion table
| light years (ly) | centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 ly | 9.4607e+17 cm |
| 2 ly | 1.8921e+18 cm |
| 5 ly | 4.7304e+18 cm |
| 10 ly | 9.4607e+18 cm |
| 25 ly | 2.3652e+19 cm |
| 50 ly | 4.7304e+19 cm |
| 100 ly | 9.4607e+19 cm |
| 250 ly | 2.3652e+20 cm |
| 500 ly | 4.7304e+20 cm |
| 1000 ly | 9.4607e+20 cm |
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ly to cm — frequently asked
How many centimeters are in 1 light year?
1 light year = 9.4607e+17 centimeters (ly × 9.4607e+17 = cm).
What is the formula to convert light year to centimeter?
Multiply your light year value by 9.4607e+17 to get centimeter.
How do I convert 10 light years to centimeters?
10 ly = 9.4607e+18 cm. For 100 ly the answer is 9.4607e+19 cm. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.