Hectare to Acre Converter - Convert ha to ac & More Area Units
Result:
1 ha = 2.47105163 ac
How Area Conversion Works
Input Area
Enter area value
Select Units
Choose area units
Convert
Apply area formula
Conversion Formulas
Hectare to Acre
ac = ha × 2.47105
Example: 5 ha = 5 × 2.47105 = 12.355 ac
Acre to Hectare
ha = ac ÷ 2.47105
Example: 10 ac = 10 ÷ 2.47105 = 4.047 ha
Hectare to Square Meter
m² = ha × 10,000
Example: 2 ha = 2 × 10,000 = 20,000 m²
Square Kilometer to Hectare
ha = km² × 100
Example: 0.5 km² = 0.5 × 100 = 50 ha
Area Unit Conversion Table
| Hectare | Acre | Square Meter | Square Foot | Square Kilometer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.247 | 1,000 | 10,763.9 | 0.001 |
| 0.25 | 0.618 | 2,500 | 26,909.75 | 0.003 |
| 0.5 | 1.236 | 5,000 | 53,819.5 | 0.005 |
| 1 | 2.471 | 10,000 | 107,639 | 0.010 |
| 2 | 4.942 | 20,000 | 215,278 | 0.020 |
| 3 | 7.413 | 30,000 | 322,917 | 0.030 |
| 4 | 9.884 | 40,000 | 430,556 | 0.040 |
| 5 | 12.355 | 50,000 | 538,195 | 0.050 |
| 7.5 | 18.533 | 75,000 | 807,292.5 | 0.075 |
| 10 | 24.710 | 100,000 | 1,076,390 | 0.100 |
| 15 | 37.066 | 150,000 | 1,614,585 | 0.150 |
| 20 | 49.421 | 200,000 | 2,152,780 | 0.200 |
| 25 | 61.776 | 250,000 | 2,690,975 | 0.250 |
| 50 | 123.552 | 500,000 | 5,381,950 | 0.500 |
| 100 | 247.105 | 1,000,000 | 10,763,900 | 1.000 |
Area Units Progression Chart
1 ha
2 ha
5 ha
10 ha
25 ha
50 ha
Practice Problems
Problem 1:
Convert 15 hectares to acres
Solution: 15 × 2.47105 = 37.066 acres
Problem 2:
Convert 25 acres to hectares
Solution: 25 ÷ 2.47105 = 10.117 hectares
Problem 3:
Convert 3.5 hectares to square meters
Solution: 3.5 × 10,000 = 35,000 m²
Problem 4:
Convert 2.5 km² to hectares
Solution: 2.5 × 100 = 250 hectares
Problem 5:
Convert 50,000 m² to acres
Solution: (50,000 ÷ 10,000) × 2.47105 = 12.355 acres
About Hectare to Acre Conversion
The hectare to acre converter is a simple tool that helps you change area measurements between these two common units. A hectare is a metric unit used worldwide, while an acre is mainly used in the United States and some other countries. This area converter makes it easy to switch between hectares and acres for any land measurement needs.
One hectare equals 2.47105 acres exactly. This means when you have land measured in hectares, you can multiply by 2.47105 to get acres. For example, if you have 5 hectares of land, that equals 12.355 acres. Our hectare acre conversion tool does this math for you instantly.
The land measurement converter is very useful for real estate, farming, and construction work. Many people need to convert between hectares and acres when buying property, planning farms, or working with international land records. This property size converter helps make these tasks much easier.
How to Use the Hectare to Acre Calculator
Using our hectare to acre converter is very simple. First, enter the number you want to convert in the value box. Then choose your starting unit from the dropdown menu. You can pick hectares, acres, square meters, or other area units. Next, select what unit you want to convert to. The area unit calculator will show your answer right away.
The agricultural area converter works both ways. You can convert hectares to acres or acres to hectares. You can also convert to square meters, square feet, or square kilometers. This makes it a complete area converter for all your needs.
Our tool shows the conversion formula and gives you examples to help you understand. The real estate area calculator also includes a conversion table with common values. This helps you quickly find the area conversion you need without typing numbers each time.
Common Examples of Hectare Acre Conversion
Small Properties
- • 0.5 hectares = 1.236 acres (small farm)
- • 1 hectare = 2.471 acres (large garden)
- • 2 hectares = 4.942 acres (small ranch)
- • 5 hectares = 12.355 acres (medium farm)
Large Properties
- • 10 hectares = 24.711 acres (large farm)
- • 25 hectares = 61.776 acres (big ranch)
- • 50 hectares = 123.553 acres (huge property)
- • 100 hectares = 247.105 acres (very large farm)
Daily Uses of Area Conversion
Real estate property size calculations and listings
Agricultural land measurement for farming operations
Construction site planning and material estimation
Environmental conservation area management
Urban planning and zoning regulation compliance
International business and property transactions
Frequently Asked Questions
How many acres are in one hectare?
One hectare equals exactly 2.47105 acres. This is the standard conversion used worldwide for hectare acre conversion.
Which is bigger, a hectare or an acre?
A hectare is bigger than an acre. One hectare is about 2.5 times larger than one acre, making it easier to measure large areas.
How do I convert acres to hectares?
To convert acres to hectares, divide the number of acres by 2.47105. For example, 10 acres ÷ 2.47105 = 4.047 hectares.
What countries use hectares vs acres?
Most countries use hectares as part of the metric system. The United States, United Kingdom, and some former British territories mainly use acres.
Is this hectare to acre converter accurate?
Yes, our area unit calculator uses the exact conversion factor of 2.47105 acres per hectare, which is the internationally accepted standard.