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