Convert Minutes to Hours

Instantly convert minutes (min) to hours (h). Enter a value to see the result and the conversion formula.

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How our Minutes to Hours unit converter works

To ensure maximum accuracy when converting Minutes to Hours, our calculator uses a scientific pivot method. Instead of relying on a potentially inaccurate direct conversion, the system first converts min into the base unit of the International System (the second), then recalculates the result into h. This approach drastically reduces rounding errors.

About this conversion

Calculating exact hours from minutes is crucial for payroll, billing billable hours, and assessing commute times in heavy traffic.

When to use this conversion

Use this for logging accurate timesheets, planning long-distance travel across provinces, or measuring media content length.

Formula

Hours (h) = Minutes (min) × 1/60

Tip: You can swap units and convert decimals. Results are rounded for readability.

Examples

Minutes (min) Hours (h)
1 min 0.016667 h
2 min 0.033333 h
5 min 0.083333 h
10 min 0.166667 h
20 min 0.333333 h
50 min 0.833333 h
100 min 1.666667 h
250 min 4.166667 h
500 min 8.333333 h
1000 min 16.666667 h

FAQ

How do I convert minutes to decimal hours for payroll?

Divide the minutes by 60. For example, 45 minutes is 45/60 = 0.75 hours.

How long is a 90-minute commute?

A 90-minute daily commute totals 1.5 hours per day, or 7.5 hours a week lost in traffic.