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Gigajoule to Joule

Convert Gigajoule to Joule and get the exact value instantly.

About this conversion

To convert Gigajoule to Joule, multiply the number of Gigajoule by 1000000000.

Energy shows up as joules, calories, kilowatt-hours or BTU depending on the field (nutrition, an electricity bill, heating or physics), so a conversion makes the numbers comparable.

Conversion table

Gigajoule (GJ)Joule (J)
1 GJ1000000000 J
2 GJ2000000000 J
5 GJ5000000000 J
10 GJ10000000000 J
100 GJ100000000000 J

How to use this converter

  1. Enter your Gigajoule value

    Type any number into the Gigajoule field. It starts at 1 so you can read the rate straight away.

  2. Read the Joule result

    The amount in Joule updates as you type, so there is no button to press and nothing to wait for.

  3. Swap or keep exploring

    Use the swap control to flip the direction, or pick a related conversion from the list below.

Frequently asked

How many Joule are in one Gigajoule?
One Gigajoule equals 1000000000 J. Enter any amount above to get an exact figure for your own value.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact international definition of each unit and computes on your device, so the only rounding is for display.
Do you upload the numbers I enter?
No. The Gigajoule to Joule conversion runs entirely in your browser tab, and nothing you type is sent to a server.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It runs in any modern mobile browser and keeps working offline once the page has loaded.

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