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kcal to kJ

Convert kilocalories to kilojoules as you type, or the other way round. Multiply the number of kilocalories by 4.184.

1 kcal = 4.184 kJ

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How to convert kilocalories to kilojoules

Multiply the number of kilocalories by 4.184. That is all there is to it, because the factor between kilocalories and kilojoules never changes.

Formula
kJ = kcal × 4.184

Example: 50 kilocalories × 4.184 = 209.2 kilojoules.

kcal to kJ chart

Kilocalories (kcal)Kilojoules (kJ)
1 kcal4.184 kJ
50 kcal209.2 kJ
100 kcal418.4 kJ
150 kcal627.6 kJ
200 kcal836.8 kJ
250 kcal1,046 kJ
300 kcal1,255.2 kJ
400 kcal1,673.6 kJ
500 kcal2,092 kJ
1,000 kcal4,184 kJ
1,500 kcal6,276 kJ
2,000 kcal8,368 kJ
2,500 kcal10,460 kJ
3,000 kcal12,552 kJ

Values are rounded to at most four decimals. The converter above shows more digits.

About the units

One kilocalorie is 4,184 joules.

One kilojoule is 1,000 joules.

Need the other direction? Use the kJ to kcal converter. For every energy unit at once, open the Energy Converter.

Frequently asked questions

How many kilojoules are in a kilocalorie?

There are 4.184 kilojoules in one kilocalorie.

How do I convert kilocalories to kilojoules?

Multiply the number of kilocalories by 4.184. For example: 50 kilocalories × 4.184 = 209.2 kilojoules.

What is 500 kilocalories in kilojoules?

500 kilocalories equals 2,092 kilojoules.