Convert Knots to Miles per Hour
Knots (Knot) to Miles per Hour (Miles / hour) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.
Knots to Miles per Hour formula
To convert a measurement, multiply it by the fixed factor below:
Miles / hour = Knot × 1.150779447
Worked example
1 Knot = 1 × 1.150779447 = 1.150779447 Miles / hour.
Knots to Miles per Hour conversion table
| Knots (Knot) | Miles per Hour (Miles / hour) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.150779447 |
| 5 | 5.753897235 |
| 10 | 11.50779447 |
| 25 | 28.76948618 |
| 50 | 57.53897235 |
| 100 | 115.0779447 |
Common uses
Handy in sailing, aviation and weather, where wind and vessel speeds are given in knots.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert knots to miles per hour?
Multiply the number of knots by 1.150779447 to get miles per hour (Miles / hour = Knot × 1.150779447).
How many miles per hour are in a knot?
One knot equals 1.150779447 miles per hour.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factors and runs entirely in your browser, so results match standards tables and nothing you type is uploaded.