Convert light years (ly) to nautical miles (nmi) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.
How to Convert light years to nautical miles
To convert light years to nautical miles, multiply the value by 5.10853131749e12.
The Formula
nautical miles = light years × 5.10853131749e12
Key Fact
1 light year = 5.10853131749e12 nautical miles
Tip: To convert nautical miles back to light years, divide by 5.10853131749e12.
About Light Years and Nautical Miles
What is a Light Year?
The light year (ly) is a unit of length in the astronomical system. One light year equals 9461000000000000 meters.
What is a Nautical Mile?
The nautical mile (nmi) is a unit of length in the nautical system. One nautical mile equals 1852 meters.