Kilograms to Pounds: Complete Weight Conversion Guide

Converting between kilograms (metric) and pounds (imperial) is one of the most common unit conversions for travel, fitness, and shipping.

Exact conversion: 1 kg = 2.20462262185 lbs. For most practical purposes, use 2.2046 or simply 2.2.

Quick mental math: To convert kg to lbs, double and add 10%. Example: 70 kg → 140 + 14 = 154 lbs (exact: 154.3 lbs). To convert lbs to kg, halve and subtract 10%. Example: 180 lbs → 90 − 9 = 81 kg (exact: 81.6 kg).

Common references: - Airline baggage: 23 kg = 50.7 lbs (standard economy checked bag) - Body weight: 70 kg = 154.3 lbs, 90 kg = 198.4 lbs - Groceries: 500 g = 1.1 lbs (about half a kilogram per pound) - Shipping: 1 kg = 2.2 lbs, 1 metric ton = 2,204.6 lbs

Stone (UK/Ireland): 1 stone = 14 lbs = 6.35 kg. Someone weighing "11 stone" is about 70 kg. Multiply stone by 6.35 to get kg.

Use Tooler's Weight Converter for exact conversions between kg, lbs, grams, ounces, stone, and more.