How many liters per minute is 1 cubic meter per hour?

One cubic meter per hour equals exactly 16.6̄ (16.6667) liters per minute. This comes from 1 m³ = 1,000 liters and 1 hour = 60 minutes, so 1,000 ÷ 60 ≈ 16.6667 L/min.

How do I convert m³/h to L/min manually?

Multiply the m³/h value by 1000 then divide by 60 (or multiply by 16.6667). For example, 6 m³/h × 16.6667 = 100 L/min.

How do I convert L/min back to m³/h?

Divide the L/min value by 16.6667 (or multiply by 0.06). For example, 50 L/min ÷ 16.6667 = 3 m³/h.

What is the exact conversion factor?

The exact factor is 1000/60 ≈ 16.66666… L/min per m³/h. For practical purposes 16.6667 is accurate to 5 significant figures.

Why are m³/h and L/min both used for flow rates?

m³/h is common in large industrial systems (pumps, HVAC chillers) where volumes are large, while L/min suits smaller systems like water treatment or laboratory equipment. Both are SI-derived units so the conversion is exact.

m³/h to L/min Converter

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Enter m³/h to get the exact L/min result instantly, with a reverse converter included.

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Cubic meters per hour (m³/h)

= — liters per minute (L/min)

Liters per minute (L/min)

= — cubic meters per hour (m³/h)

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Enter m³/h to get the exact L/min result instantly, with a reverse converter included.

How it works

Enter a flow rate value in cubic meters per hour (m³/h) in the top field.
The liters per minute result appears instantly — no button needed.
Use the reverse field to convert L/min back to m³/h.
Click "Copy" next to any result to copy it to your clipboard.
Check the reference table below for common m³/h values.

Use cases

Convert pump or fan flow rates from m³/h to L/min for equipment datasheets.
Translate HVAC airflow specifications between metric unit formats.
Check irrigation or water supply flow rates when switching between rate units.
Convert industrial process flow readings for instrumentation calibration.
Verify fluid handling system capacities across different unit conventions.

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Last updated: 2026-07-24 · Reviewed by Nham Vu