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Miles per Hour to Knots Converter

Convert Miles per Hour to Knots with this free calculator. Type any value to convert it instantly, or use the conversion table below for common amounts.

Miles per Hour and Knots are both units used in the Speed Converter. This page converts between the two, shows the exact conversion factor and gives a table of the values people look up most often.

mph to knots conversion table

Miles per Hour Knots
1 mph 0.868976 knots
2 mph 1.738 knots
5 mph 4.3449 knots
10 mph 8.6898 knots
25 mph 21.7244 knots
50 mph 43.4488 knots
100 mph 86.8976 knots
500 mph 434.4881 knots
1,000 mph 868.9762 knots

How it is calculated

Result = value in Miles per Hour × 0.868976
So 1 mph = 0.868976 knots.

Common mph to knots conversions

  • 1 mph = 0.868976 knots
  • 5 mph = 4.3449 knots
  • 10 mph = 8.6898 knots
  • 25 mph = 21.7244 knots
  • 50 mph = 43.4488 knots
  • 100 mph = 86.8976 knots

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert Miles per Hour to Knots?

Multiply the Miles per Hour value by 0.868976. For example, 10 mph = 8.6898 knots.

What is 10 mph in knots?

10 mph equals 8.6898 knots.

Is the Miles per Hour to Knots converter accurate?

Yes. The conversion uses the internationally defined conversion factor between these units, so the result is exact at the precision shown.