Convert Liter to Milliliter
Use this free converter to change liters (L) into milliliters (mL). Liter and milliliter both measure volume. As a quick reference, 1 L equals 1000 mL, and 1 mL equals 0.001 L.
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Milliliter (mL)
1000
1 L = 1000 mL
Volume conversion table
| Liter | Milliliter |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 10 |
| 0.1 | 100 |
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 3 | 3000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 20 | 20000 |
| 25 | 25000 |
| 50 | 50000 |
| 100 | 100000 |
| 1,000 | 1000000 |
How to convert Liter to Milliliter
Multiply the liter value by 1000 to get milliliters.
- Enter the number of liters you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in milliliters.
- Worked example: 15 L × 1000 = 15000 mL.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (milliliter to liter).
About these units
Liter (L)
- Definition
- A liter (L) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, or 1,000 cubic centimeters.
- History
- Introduced in France in 1795, the liter was tied to the kilogram via the volume of one kilogram of water.
- Current use
- Liters measure beverages, fuel, and engine displacement across the metric world.
Milliliter (mL)
- Definition
- A milliliter (mL) is one thousandth of a liter, equal to one cubic centimeter.
- History
- It is a standard metric subdivision of the liter using the prefix "milli-".
- Current use
- Milliliters express medicine doses, recipe quantities, and the capacity of small containers.
Frequently asked questions
How many milliliters are in a liter?
There are 1000 mL in 1 L. To convert, multiply the number of liters by 1000.
How do I convert liters to milliliters?
Multiply the liter value by 1000 to get milliliters. For example, 10 L = 10000 mL.
Is this liter-to-milliliter converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Liter to other volume units
| Unit | 1 Liter equals |
|---|---|
| Milliliter (mL) | 1000 mL |
| Cubic Meter (m³) | 0.001 m³ |
| Cubic Centimeter (cm³) | 1000 cm³ |
| US Gallon (gal) | 0.26417205 gal |
| Imperial Gallon (imp gal) | 0.21996925 imp gal |
| US Quart (qt) | 1.0566882 qt |
| US Pint (pt) | 2.1133764 pt |
| US Cup (cup) | 4.2267528 cup |
| US Fluid Ounce (fl oz) | 33.814023 fl oz |
| Tablespoon (tbsp) | 67.628045 tbsp |
| Teaspoon (tsp) | 202.88414 tsp |