mL to Oz Converter
Convert milliliters (mL) to fluid ounces (fl oz) and back instantly. 1 fl oz = 29.574 mL. Essential for converting metric recipes and measuring liquid ingredients.
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mL to Fluid Ounces Conversion Table
The most common milliliter to fluid ounce conversions for cooking, baking, and beverage recipes:
| Milliliters (mL) | Fluid Ounces (fl oz) | Common Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mL | 0.17 fl oz | 1 teaspoon |
| 15 mL | 0.51 fl oz | 1 tablespoon |
| 30 mL | 1.01 fl oz | 2 tablespoons / 1 shot |
| 50 mL | 1.69 fl oz | ⅓ cup approx |
| 60 mL | 2.03 fl oz | ¼ cup |
| 100 mL | 3.38 fl oz | Just under ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp |
| 118 mL | 3.99 fl oz | ½ cup |
| 150 mL | 5.07 fl oz | ⅔ cup approx |
| 177 mL | 5.98 fl oz | ¾ cup |
| 200 mL | 6.76 fl oz | Just under 1 cup |
| 237 mL | 8.01 fl oz | 1 cup |
| 250 mL | 8.45 fl oz | 1 metric cup (AU/CA) |
| 300 mL | 10.14 fl oz | 1¼ cups approx |
| 355 mL | 12 fl oz | Standard US soda can |
| 400 mL | 13.53 fl oz | 1⅔ cups approx |
| 473 mL | 15.99 fl oz | 1 US pint (2 cups) |
| 500 mL | 16.91 fl oz | ½ liter |
| 750 mL | 25.36 fl oz | Standard wine bottle |
| 1000 mL | 33.81 fl oz | 1 liter |
How to Convert mL to Fluid Ounces
The conversion factor is: 1 fluid ounce = 29.5735 mL.
Formula: fl oz = mL ÷ 29.5735
Quick estimate: divide mL by 30 for a fast approximation within 1.5%.
Example 1: 100 mL ÷ 29.5735 = 3.38 fl oz
Example 2: 250 mL ÷ 29.5735 = 8.45 fl oz
Example 3: 500 mL ÷ 29.5735 = 16.91 fl oz
To convert the other way (fl oz to mL), multiply by 29.5735. Use the swap button in the converter above.
US Fluid Ounces vs UK Fluid Ounces
There is a small difference between US and UK fluid ounces:
- US fluid ounce: 29.5735 mL
- UK (Imperial) fluid ounce: 28.4131 mL
For cooking purposes the difference is small enough to ignore — a 1 fl oz difference only matters in very precise pharmaceutical or scientific contexts. This converter uses the US fluid ounce standard, which is what the vast majority of recipes call for.
Common Bottle and Container Sizes in mL and fl oz
| Container | mL | fl oz |
|---|---|---|
| Shot glass (US) | 44 mL | 1.5 fl oz |
| Small juice glass | 177 mL | 6 fl oz |
| US soda can | 355 mL | 12 fl oz |
| US pint bottle | 473 mL | 16 fl oz |
| Standard wine bottle | 750 mL | 25.4 fl oz |
| 1 liter bottle | 1000 mL | 33.8 fl oz |
| US quart | 946 mL | 32 fl oz |
| US half gallon | 1893 mL | 64 fl oz |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fl oz is 100 mL?
100 mL equals 3.38 fluid ounces. A quick way to remember: 100 mL is about 3 and a third fl oz.
How many fl oz is 200 mL?
200 mL equals 6.76 fluid ounces, just under 7 fl oz.
How many fl oz is 250 mL?
250 mL equals 8.45 fluid ounces. Note that 250 mL is 1 metric cup (used in Australia and Canada), but slightly more than 1 US cup (237 mL = 8 fl oz).
How many fl oz is 500 mL?
500 mL equals 16.91 fluid ounces, just under 17 fl oz or just over a US pint (16 fl oz).
How many fl oz is 750 mL?
750 mL equals 25.36 fluid ounces. This is the standard wine bottle size.
Is 1 fl oz the same as 30 mL?
Almost — 1 US fl oz = 29.5735 mL, which is typically rounded to 30 mL for convenience. The 0.4 mL difference is negligible for cooking, but matters in pharmaceutical measurements.
How many mL in 8 fl oz?
8 fluid ounces equals 236.6 mL, which is exactly 1 US cup.
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Note
Uses US fluid ounce (29.5735 mL). UK imperial fluid ounce is 28.4131 mL. For cooking purposes the difference is negligible.