Convert kilograms to pounds
Enter a value in kilograms to convert it to pounds.
kilograms to pounds reference
| kilograms | pounds |
|---|---|
| 1 kg | 2.2046 lb |
| 2 kg | 4.4092 lb |
| 5 kg | 11.0231 lb |
| 10 kg | 22.0462 lb |
| 25 kg | 55.1156 lb |
| 50 kg | 110.2311 lb |
| 100 kg | 220.4623 lb |
The conversion factor
One kilogram is 2.20462262 pounds. So to convert, multiply your figure in kilograms by 2.20462262. To go the other way, multiply pounds by 0.45359237, or use the pounds to kilograms converter.
Doing it in your head
For a quick estimate, round the factor: roughly "times 2". Use the exact converter above when the number matters.
Where this conversion comes up
Recipes, shipping and luggage limits, body weight, and nutrition labels.
See the common unit conversions cheat sheet for the factors worth memorising.
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Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in a kilogram?
1 kilogram = 2.204623 pounds.
What is the formula to convert kilograms to pounds?
Multiply the number of kilograms by 2.20462262. To go back the other way, multiply pounds by 0.45359237.
What is 10 kilograms in pounds?
10 kilograms = 22.0462 pounds. The reference table below lists more common values.
Is this converter accurate?
It uses the internationally defined conversion factors and computes at full floating-point precision, then rounds only the displayed result. For everyday purposes it is exact; for legal, engineering or scientific work, confirm the required number of significant figures.
Does it work offline?
Yes. The conversion runs in your browser with no server call, so it keeps working with no connection, and nothing you enter is uploaded.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Figures and formulas are checked against their published sources; see the site's data notes.