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Joule to Gigajoule

Convert Joule to Gigajoule and get the exact value instantly.

About this conversion

To convert Joule to Gigajoule, multiply the number of Joule by 1e-9.

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

Joule (J)Gigajoule (GJ)
1 J1e-9 GJ
2 J2e-9 GJ
5 J5e-9 GJ
10 J1e-8 GJ
100 J1e-7 GJ

How to use this converter

  1. Enter your Joule value

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

  2. Read the Gigajoule result

    The amount in Gigajoule 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 Gigajoule are in one Joule?
One Joule equals 1e-9 GJ. 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 Joule to Gigajoule 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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