Convert from light years to centimeters

Conversion Information

To convert from light years to centimeters, multiply by 946073000000000000.0

1 l. y. = 946073000000000000.0 cm

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About the Units

light year (l. y.)

The distance light travels in one year, used for astronomical measurements.

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centimeter (cm)

A small length unit equal to 0.01 meters, commonly used in everyday measurements.

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Common Conversions

  • 1 l. y. = 946073000000000000.0 cm
  • 1.057001e-18 l. y. = 1 cm