Kilojoules to Kilocalories Converter
Convert kilojoules (kJ) to kilocalories (kcal). Type a number in either box and the result appears as you type.
Enter a number, for example 12.5
1 kilojoule = 0.2390057361 kilocalories
Formula: kcal = kJ ÷ 4.184
How to convert kilojoules to kilocalories
1 kilojoule = 0.2390057361 kilocalories
To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, divide the value by 4.184.
Example: 5 kJ ÷ 4.184 = 1.195028681 kcal
Kilojoules to Kilocalories conversion table
| Kilojoule (kJ) | Kilocalorie (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.23900574 |
| 2 | 0.47801147 |
| 3 | 0.71701721 |
| 4 | 0.95602294 |
| 5 | 1.1950287 |
| 10 | 2.3900574 |
| 15 | 3.585086 |
| 20 | 4.7801147 |
| 25 | 5.9751434 |
| 50 | 11.950287 |
| 75 | 17.92543 |
| 100 | 23.900574 |
| 250 | 59.751434 |
| 500 | 119.50287 |
| 1,000 | 239.00574 |
About kilojoules and kilocalories
Kilojoule (kJ)
1,000 joules. Food labels in many countries show energy in kJ alongside kcal.
Kilocalorie (kcal)
1,000 calories, exactly 4.184 kJ. This is the Calorie shown on food labels.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1 kJ in kilocalories?
1 kJ = 0.2390057361 kcal.
What is 1 kcal in kilojoules?
1 kcal = 4.184 kJ.
How do I convert kilojoules to kilocalories?
To convert kilojoules to kilocalories, divide the value by 4.184. 1 kilojoule = 0.2390057361 kilocalories.