Astronomical Unit to Centimeter Converter
Convert Astronomical Unit (AU) to Centimeter (cm) instantly. 1 AU = 1.495979e+13 cm.
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1 AU = 1.495979e+13 cm
Formula:
cm = AU × 1.495979e+13With your value: 1 AU = 1.495979e+13 cm
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Astronomical Unit to Centimeter Conversion Table
| Astronomical Unit (AU) | Centimeter (cm) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 7.479894e+12 |
| 1 | 1.495979e+13 |
| 2 | 2.991957e+13 |
| 5 | 7.479894e+13 |
| 10 | 1.495979e+14 |
| 15 | 2.243968e+14 |
| 20 | 2.991957e+14 |
| 25 | 3.739947e+14 |
| 50 | 7.479894e+14 |
| 100 | 1.495979e+15 |
| 250 | 3.739947e+15 |
| 500 | 7.479894e+15 |
| 1000 | 1.495979e+16 |
Centimeter to Astronomical Unit Conversion Table
| Centimeter (cm) | Astronomical Unit (AU) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 3.342294e-14 |
| 1 | 6.684587e-14 |
| 2 | 1.336917e-13 |
| 5 | 3.342294e-13 |
| 10 | 6.684587e-13 |
| 15 | 1.002688e-12 |
| 20 | 1.336917e-12 |
| 25 | 1.671147e-12 |
| 50 | 3.342294e-12 |
| 100 | 6.684587e-12 |
| 250 | 1.671147e-11 |
| 500 | 3.342294e-11 |
| 1000 | 6.684587e-11 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Astronomical Unit (AU)
Length
The astronomical unit is exactly 149 597 870 700 m (IAU Resolution B2, 2012).
Source: IAU Resolution B2 (2012) — definition of the astronomical unit; IAU B2 (2015) nominal values
International Astronomical Union · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Centimeter (cm)
Length
Traceable to the metre, defined by fixing the speed of light in vacuum at 299 792 458 m/s. Imperial lengths derive from the 1959 international yard (0.9144 m exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Astronomical Unit to Centimeter
To convert from Astronomical Unit (AU) to Centimeter (cm), multiply the value by 1.495979e+13.
Formula: cm = AU × 1.495979e+13
Reverse: AU = cm × 6.684587e-14
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Astronomical Unit. For example: 5 AU
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 1.495979e+13
- The result is: 7.479894e+13 cm
About Astronomical Unit
The astronomical unit (AU) is defined as exactly 149,597,870,700 metres, close to the mean Earth–Sun distance. It is the natural yardstick for the Solar System.
Common uses: planetary science, orbital mechanics, astronomy.
About Centimeter
The centimeter equals one hundredth of a meter. It is commonly used for everyday measurements of length.
Common uses: body measurements, clothing, furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Centimeter are in 1 Astronomical Unit?
There are exactly 1.495979e+13 Centimeter in 1 Astronomical Unit. This means the conversion factor from Astronomical Unit to Centimeter is 1.495979e+13.
What is the formula to convert Astronomical Unit to Centimeter?
The formula to convert Astronomical Unit to Centimeter is: cm = AU × 1.495979e+13. For example, to convert 10 Astronomical Unit to Centimeter, you would multiply 10 by 1.495979e+13.
What is a Astronomical Unit?
The astronomical unit (AU) is defined as exactly 149,597,870,700 metres, close to the mean Earth–Sun distance. It is the natural yardstick for the Solar System.
What is a Centimeter?
The centimeter equals one hundredth of a meter. It is commonly used for everyday measurements of length.
What are the common uses of Astronomical Unit?
The Astronomical Unit is commonly used in planetary science, orbital mechanics, astronomy.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Astronomical Unit to Centimeter converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/astronomical_unit-to-centimeter