Milliliters to US Fluid Ounces Converter
1 milliliter = 0.033814 US fluid ounces
Convert Milliliters (mL) to US Fluid Ounces (fl oz) instantly.
Conversion Formula
fluid ounces = milliliters x 0.033814
To convert milliliters to US fluid ounces, multiply by 0.033814. One US fluid ounce equals 29.5735 mL, so 1 / 29.5735 = 0.033814.
Milliliters to US Fluid Ounces Table
| Milliliters (mL) | US Fluid Ounces (fl oz) |
|---|---|
| 5 | 0.16907 |
| 15 | 0.50721 |
| 30 | 1.01442 |
| 50 | 1.6907 |
| 100 | 3.3814 |
| 200 | 6.7628 |
| 250 | 8.4535 |
| 330 | 11.1586 |
| 500 | 16.907 |
| 750 | 25.3605 |
About Milliliters to US Fluid Ounces
The milliliters-to-fluid-ounces conversion is used daily in cooking, medicine, and beverage serving. Understanding this conversion helps navigate between metric recipes and US measuring cups.
In the kitchen, common conversions include: a standard US measuring tablespoon is about 15 mL (0.507 fl oz), and a teaspoon is 5 mL (0.169 fl oz). A US cup holds 236.6 mL (8 fl oz). European recipes often call for 200 mL or 250 mL of liquid, which is 6.76 or 8.45 fl oz respectively.
Beverage sizes provide practical references. A standard can of soda is 330 mL (11.16 fl oz) in Europe and 355 mL (12 fl oz) in the US. A shot glass holds about 44 mL (1.5 fl oz). A wine glass pour is typically 150 mL (5 fl oz).
In medicine, liquid medications are dosed in milliliters. A typical dose of cough syrup is 10 mL (0.338 fl oz). Children's medication comes in 5 mL (0.169 fl oz) increments, often measured with the included syringe.
Skincare and cosmetic products display both units. A standard foundation bottle is 30 mL (1.01 fl oz). Travel-size toiletries are limited to 100 mL (3.38 fl oz) by most airlines.
For quick estimation, divide mL by 30 to get fluid ounces. So 150 mL is about 5 fl oz.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fluid ounces is 100 mL?
100 mL equals 3.381 US fluid ounces. This is the maximum liquid size allowed in carry-on luggage for air travel.
How many mL in 1 fluid ounce?
1 US fluid ounce equals 29.574 mL. A UK fluid ounce is slightly smaller at 28.413 mL.
Is 250 mL equal to 1 cup?
Almost. A US cup is 236.6 mL (8 fl oz), while a metric cup (used in Australia and some recipes) is exactly 250 mL (8.45 fl oz).
What is the airline liquid limit in fluid ounces?
The TSA limit is 3.4 fl oz (100 mL) per container in carry-on bags. This applies to liquids, gels, aerosols, creams, and pastes.