Millilitres to Litres (mL to L)

Convert millilitres to litres instantly. 1 millilitre = 0.001 litres, so divide the number of millilitres by 1,000. Includes worked examples and a full mL to L table.

How to convert millilitres to litres

1 millilitre = 0.001 litres and 1 litre = 1,000 millilitres. To convert millilitres to litres, divide by 1,000:

L = mL ÷ 1,000

Examples

  • 250 mL ÷ 1,000 = 0.25 L
  • 500 mL ÷ 1,000 = 0.5 L
  • 1,500 mL ÷ 1,000 = 1.5 L

mL to L conversion table

Millilitres (mL)Litres (L)
1 mL0.001 L
2 mL0.002 L
3 mL0.003 L
4 mL0.004 L
5 mL0.005 L
6 mL0.006 L
7 mL0.007 L
8 mL0.008 L
9 mL0.009 L
10 mL0.01 L
12 mL0.012 L
15 mL0.015 L
20 mL0.02 L
25 mL0.025 L
30 mL0.03 L
40 mL0.04 L
50 mL0.05 L
60 mL0.06 L
70 mL0.07 L
75 mL0.075 L
80 mL0.08 L
90 mL0.09 L
100 mL0.1 L
150 mL0.15 L
200 mL0.2 L
250 mL0.25 L
500 mL0.5 L
1,000 mL1 L
5,000 mL5 L
10,000 mL10 L

What is a millilitre?

A millilitre is one thousandth of a litre, the same as one cubic centimetre (cc).

What is a litre?

A litre (liter) is 1,000 cubic centimetres, or one cubic decimetre. 1 litre of water weighs about 1 kg.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I convert millilitres to litres?

Divide the value in millilitres by 1,000. 1 millilitre = 0.001 litres.

How many millilitres are in one litre?

1 litre = 1,000 millilitres.

What is 500 mL in L?

500 mL = 0.5 L.

What is 1,500 mL in L?

1,500 mL = 1.5 L.