How to convert Parsec to Light-year

Conversion factor and calculation steps from Parsec (pc) to Light-year (ly).

Conversion logic

Each unit is defined via the base unit (meter (m)). The value is first converted to the base unit, then to the selected unit.

1 pc = 3.08567758e16 m

1 ly = 9.46073047e15 m

1 pc × 3.08567758e16 = 3.08567758e16 m

3.08567758e16 m ÷ 9.46073047e15 = 3.26156377717 ly