Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per hour formula
cubic meters per hour = cubic feet per minute × 1.69901
Multiply the number of cubic feet per minute by 1.69901 to get cubic meters per hour. To go the other way, multiply by 0.588578 instead, or use the m3 per hour to cfm converter.
Cubic feet per minute to Cubic meters per hour conversion table
Common cfm to m3 per hour values, rounded for reading. The converter above keeps full precision.
| Cubic feet per minute | Cubic meters per hour |
|---|---|
| 1 ft³/min | 1.69901 m³/h |
| 2 ft³/min | 3.39802 m³/h |
| 5 ft³/min | 8.49505 m³/h |
| 10 ft³/min | 16.9901 m³/h |
| 15 ft³/min | 25.4852 m³/h |
| 20 ft³/min | 33.9802 m³/h |
| 25 ft³/min | 42.4753 m³/h |
| 50 ft³/min | 84.9505 m³/h |
| 60 ft³/min | 101.941 m³/h |
| 100 ft³/min | 169.901 m³/h |
| 250 ft³/min | 424.753 m³/h |
| 500 ft³/min | 849.505 m³/h |
| 1,000 ft³/min | 1,699.01 m³/h |
| 2,500 ft³/min | 4,247.53 m³/h |
| 5,000 ft³/min | 8,495.05 m³/h |
Worked example
To convert 20 ft³/min to cubic meters per hour, multiply by 1.69901: the result is 33.9802 m³/h. US and Imperial gallons are different sizes. This tool converts volumetric flow only; mass flow also depends on fluid density.
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic meters per hour are in a cubic foot per minute?
One cubic foot per minute equals 1.69901 cubic meters per hour (1 ft³/min = 1.69901 m³/h).
What is 20 cubic feet per minute in cubic meters per hour?
20 ft³/min converts to 33.9802 m³/h. Enter any other value in the converter above to see it recalculated instantly.
How do I convert cubic meters per hour back to cubic feet per minute?
Reverse the calculation: one cubic meter per hour equals 0.588578 cubic feet per minute. You can also swap the units in the converter or open the m3 per hour to cfm page.
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