Convert Light Year to Astronomical Unit
Instantly convert Light Year to Astronomical Unit with our advanced Length calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Light Year or Astronomical Unit, this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
What is a Light Year?
The Light-year (ly) is a unit of length used to express astronomical distances. It is equivalent to about 9.46 trillion kilometers, the distance light travels in one year.
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 Light Year to Astronomical Unit
To convert Light Year to Astronomical Unit, multiply the Light Year value by 63242.
AU = ly × 63242Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Light Year to Astronomical Unit is:
AU = ly × 63242Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 ly) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Astronomical Unit.
Light Year to Astronomical Unit Conversion Table
| Light Year (ly) | Astronomical Unit (AU) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 63242 AU |
| 5 | 316210 AU |
| 10 | 632420 AU |
| 25 | 1581050 AU |
| 50 | 3162100 AU |
| 100 | 6324200 AU |
| 500 | 31621000 AU |
| 1000 | 63242000 AU |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Astronomical Unit are in a Light Year?
There are 63242 Astronomical Unit in 1 Light Year.
What is the difference between Light Year and Astronomical Unit?
Light Year and Astronomical Unit are both units used to measure length. The Light Year is larger than the Astronomical Unit.
How do I convert Light Year to Astronomical Unit?
To convert Light Year to Astronomical Unit, multiply the Light Year value by 63242. For example, to find out how many Astronomical Unit there are in a specific number of Light Year, simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Light Year and Astronomical Unit?
Light Year and Astronomical Unit are commonly used in length measurements. Light Year is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Astronomical Unit.