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Convert milliliters to liters
Instant, accurate ml → L conversion with a live converter, table and formula.
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1 milliliter = 0.001 liters
1 liter = 1000 milliliters
milliliters to liters table
| milliliters (ml) | liters (L) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.0005 |
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 2 | 0.002 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 20 | 0.02 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 500 | 0.5 |
| 1000 | 1 |
Formula
liters = milliliters × 0.001.
Example
10 milliliters = 0.01 liters.
What is a milliliter?
A milliliter (ml) is one-thousandth of a liter; a teaspoon is about 5 ml.
What is a liter?
A liter (L) is the metric volume unit equal to 1,000 ml or one cubic decimeter.
Real-world reference points
A liter is a large water bottle; a US cup is a small glass; a teaspoon is a sip of medicine.
| Reference | milliliters | liters |
|---|---|---|
| Teaspoon of medicine | 5 ml | 0.005 L |
| Soda can | 330 ml | 0.33 L |
| Water bottle | 500 ml | 0.5 L |
| Car fuel tank (typical) | 50,000 ml | 50 L |
| Bathtub | 150,000 ml | 150 L |
Mistakes to avoid with volume conversions
- US vs imperial gallons: the imperial gallon is ~20% larger — UK fuel-economy figures aren't US ones.
- Converting milliliters to grams for ingredients that aren't water — oil, flour and honey have different densities.
- US recipe cups (236.6 ml) vs metric cups (250 ml) — a 5% error that ruins delicate baking.
Frequently asked questions
How many liters in a milliliters?+
1 milliliter = 0.001 liters.
How do I convert milliliters to liters?+
Enter the value in the milliliters box above and the liters value appears instantly. You can also type in the liters box to convert the other way.
Is this ml to L converter free?+
Yes — it is 100% free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.