Nautical Mile

nmi

Navigation unit based on Earth's circumference

About Nautical Mile (nmi)

Equal to exactly 1,852 meters, the nautical mile corresponds to one minute of latitude along any meridian, making it inherently tied to Earth's geometry. Maritime and aviation navigation rely on nautical miles because they simplify calculations on nautical charts where one degree of latitude equals 60 nautical miles.

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Length
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nmi
Also known as
nautical miles NM nmi
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Nautical Mile (nmi)?

Navigation unit based on Earth's circumference

How many Meter (m) are in one Nautical Mile (nmi)?

One Nautical Mile (nmi) equals 1,852 Meter (m).

How many Kilometer (km) are in one Nautical Mile (nmi)?

One Nautical Mile (nmi) equals 1.852 Kilometer (km).

How many Centimeter (cm) are in one Nautical Mile (nmi)?

One Nautical Mile (nmi) equals 185,200 Centimeter (cm).

How do I convert Nautical Mile to Meter?

To convert Nautical Mile to Meter, multiply the value by 1,852 (1 nmi = 1,852 m).