Meters per Second to Knots (m/s → kn) — Free Online Converter

m/s → kn Reference Table

m/s	kn
0.001 m/s	0.001943844492 kn
0.002 m/s	0.003887688985 kn
0.003 m/s	0.005831533477 kn
0.004 m/s	0.00777537797 kn
0.005 m/s	0.009719222462 kn
0.006 m/s	0.01166306695 kn
0.007 m/s	0.01360691145 kn
0.008 m/s	0.01555075594 kn
0.009 m/s	0.01749460043 kn
0.01 m/s	0.01943844492 kn
0.02 m/s	0.03887688985 kn
0.03 m/s	0.05831533477 kn
0.04 m/s	0.0777537797 kn
0.05 m/s	0.09719222462 kn
0.06 m/s	0.1166306695 kn
0.07 m/s	0.1360691145 kn
0.08 m/s	0.1555075594 kn
0.09 m/s	0.1749460043 kn
0.1 m/s	0.1943844492 kn
0.2 m/s	0.3887688985 kn
0.3 m/s	0.5831533477 kn
0.4 m/s	0.777537797 kn
0.5 m/s	0.9719222462 kn
0.6 m/s	1.166306695 kn
0.7 m/s	1.360691145 kn
0.8 m/s	1.555075594 kn
0.9 m/s	1.749460043 kn
1 m/s	1.943844492 kn
1.5 m/s	2.915766739 kn
2 m/s	3.887688985 kn
2.5 m/s	4.859611231 kn
3 m/s	5.831533477 kn
3.5 m/s	6.803455724 kn
4 m/s	7.77537797 kn
4.5 m/s	8.747300216 kn
5 m/s	9.719222462 kn
5.5 m/s	10.69114471 kn
6 m/s	11.66306695 kn
6.5 m/s	12.6349892 kn
7 m/s	13.60691145 kn
7.5 m/s	14.57883369 kn
8 m/s	15.55075594 kn
8.5 m/s	16.52267819 kn
9 m/s	17.49460043 kn
9.5 m/s	18.46652268 kn
10 m/s	19.43844492 kn
11 m/s	21.38228942 kn
12 m/s	23.32613391 kn
13 m/s	25.2699784 kn
14 m/s	27.21382289 kn
15 m/s	29.15766739 kn
16 m/s	31.10151188 kn
17 m/s	33.04535637 kn
18 m/s	34.98920086 kn
19 m/s	36.93304536 kn
20 m/s	38.87688985 kn
25 m/s	48.59611231 kn
30 m/s	58.31533477 kn
35 m/s	68.03455724 kn
40 m/s	77.7537797 kn
45 m/s	87.47300216 kn
50 m/s	97.19222462 kn
55 m/s	106.9114471 kn
60 m/s	116.6306695 kn
65 m/s	126.349892 kn
70 m/s	136.0691145 kn
75 m/s	145.7883369 kn
80 m/s	155.5075594 kn
85 m/s	165.2267819 kn
90 m/s	174.9460043 kn
95 m/s	184.6652268 kn
100 m/s	194.3844492 kn
120 m/s	233.2613391 kn
125 m/s	242.9805616 kn
130 m/s	252.699784 kn
140 m/s	272.1382289 kn
150 m/s	291.5766739 kn
160 m/s	311.0151188 kn
175 m/s	340.1727862 kn
180 m/s	349.8920086 kn
200 m/s	388.7688985 kn
225 m/s	437.3650108 kn
250 m/s	485.9611231 kn
275 m/s	534.5572354 kn
300 m/s	583.1533477 kn
350 m/s	680.3455724 kn
400 m/s	777.537797 kn
450 m/s	874.7300216 kn
500 m/s	971.9222462 kn
600 m/s	1166.306695 kn
700 m/s	1360.691145 kn
750 m/s	1457.883369 kn
800 m/s	1555.075594 kn
900 m/s	1749.460043 kn
1000 m/s	1943.844492 kn
1200 m/s	2332.613391 kn
1250 m/s	2429.805616 kn
1500 m/s	2915.766739 kn
1750 m/s	3401.727862 kn
2000 m/s	3887.688985 kn
2500 m/s	4859.611231 kn
3000 m/s	5831.533477 kn
4000 m/s	7775.37797 kn
4500 m/s	8747.300216 kn
5000 m/s	9719.222462 kn
6000 m/s	11663.06695 kn
7000 m/s	13606.91145 kn
7500 m/s	14578.83369 kn
8000 m/s	15550.75594 kn
9000 m/s	17494.60043 kn
10000 m/s	19438.44492 kn
15000 m/s	29157.66739 kn
20000 m/s	38876.88985 kn
25000 m/s	48596.11231 kn
50000 m/s	97192.22462 kn
75000 m/s	145788.3369 kn
100000 m/s	194384.4492 kn

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Meters per Second to Knots?

Converting between meters per second (m/s) and knots (kn) is one of the most common speed conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert m/s to kn saves time and prevents errors.

Speed conversions from m/s to kn are critical for navigation, aviation, and sports analytics. Pilots and sailors must constantly convert between knots, km/h, and mph to ensure safe travel and comply with international air and maritime regulations. For motorists driving across borders, understanding local speed limits in a different unit is vital to avoid fines and accidents. In sports, analyzing the performance of sprinters, cyclists, or racing cars often involves comparing speeds recorded in different measurement systems. Accurate speed conversion ensures safety, legal compliance, and fair competitive analysis.

How to Convert Meters per Second to Knots

To convert meters per second to knots, use the following formula:

kn = m/s × 1.943844492

Example: 1 m/s = 1.943844492 kn

For example, 5 m/s = 9.719222462 kn, 10 m/s = 19.43844492 kn, and 100 m/s = 194.3844492 kn. For larger values, 1000 m/s = 1943.844492 kn. Conversely, 1 kn = 0.5144444444 m/s. Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Knots vs MPH: a Knot is faster than a Mile per Hour (1 Knot = 1.15 mph).
Mach numbers: speed of sound varies with temperature/altitude.
Pace confusion: mixing up speed (distance/time) with pace (time/distance).

Pro Tips

Highway math: 60 mph = 1 mile per minute. Easy for ETA calculation.
KPH to MPH: Multiply km/h by 0.6 to get mph (approx).
Light speed: Nothing travels faster than light (approx 300,000 km/s).

What is a Meter per Second?

The SI derived unit of speed and velocity.

Used in scientific contexts and physics.

What is a Knot?

A unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour.

Exclusively used in maritime and aviation navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many knots are in 1 meter per second?

1 m/s equals 1.943844492 kn. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert meters per second to knots?

Multiply the value in m/s by the conversion factor. For example, 10 m/s = 19.43844492 kn. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the meters per second to knots conversion exact?

Yes, this conversion is mathematically exact based on the international definition of these units (NIST SP 811).

Can I convert meters per second to knots offline?

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What is the difference between meters per second and knots?

Meters per Second (m/s) and Knots (kn) are both units of speed but belong to different measurement systems. 1 m/s = 1.943844492 kn. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Meters per Second → Knots