Convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit
Instantly convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit with our advanced Length calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Kilometer or Astronomical Unit, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
What is a Kilometer?
The Kilometer (km) is a metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters. It is the most common unit used to express distances between geographical locations on land in most of the world.
What is a Astronomical Unit?
The Astronomical Unit (AU) is a unit of length roughly being the distance from Earth to the Sun, about 150 million kilometers.
How to Convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit
To convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit, multiply the Kilometer value by 6.68449e-9.
AU = km × 6.68449e-9Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Kilometer to Astronomical Unit is:
AU = km × 6.68449e-9Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 km) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Astronomical Unit.
Kilometer to Astronomical Unit Conversion Table
| Kilometer (km) | Astronomical Unit (AU) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6.68449e-9 AU |
| 5 | 3.34225e-8 AU |
| 10 | 6.68449e-8 AU |
| 25 | 1.67112e-7 AU |
| 50 | 3.34225e-7 AU |
| 100 | 6.68449e-7 AU |
| 500 | 0.00000334225 AU |
| 1000 | 0.00000668449 AU |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Astronomical Unit are in a Kilometer?
There are 6.68449e-9 Astronomical Unit in 1 Kilometer.
What is the difference between Kilometer and Astronomical Unit?
Kilometer and Astronomical Unit are both units used to measure length. The Kilometer is smaller than the Astronomical Unit.
How do I convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit?
To convert Kilometer to Astronomical Unit, multiply the Kilometer value by 6.68449e-9. For example, to find out how many Astronomical Unit there are in a specific number of Kilometer, simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Kilometer and Astronomical Unit?
Kilometer and Astronomical Unit are commonly used in length measurements. Kilometer is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Astronomical Unit.