⚡ Energy & Calories

Convert kilocalories to calories (Energy)

1 kcal = 1,000 cal. Convert kilocalories to calories instantly with the converter below.

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How to convert

Multiply the value (kcal) by 1,000 to get cal — example: 5 kcal = 5,000 cal

Conversion table

Kilocalories to calories conversion table
Kilocalorie	Calorie
1 kcal	1,000 cal
2 kcal	2,000 cal
5 kcal	5,000 cal
10 kcal	10,000 cal
50 kcal	50,000 cal
100 kcal	100,000 cal
250 kcal	250,000 cal
500 kcal	500,000 cal
1,000 kcal	1,000,000 cal
2,000 kcal	2,000,000 cal

About the units

Kilocalorie — symbol kcal.
Calorie — symbol cal.

The small calorie is the thermochemical calorie = 4.184 J; food calories are the large calorie (kilocalorie).

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in 1 kilocalorie?

1 kcal = 1,000 cal.

How do I convert kilocalories to calories?

Multiply the value (kcal) by 1,000 to get cal.

How many kilocalories are in 1 calorie?

1 cal = 0.001 kcal.

Which definition does this conversion use?

The small calorie is the thermochemical calorie = 4.184 J; food calories are the large calorie (kilocalorie).

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