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Ellipse Area Calculator

Calculate the area, eccentricity and approximate perimeter of an ellipse.

Area
A = π · a · b, where a and b are the semi-axesSemi-major axisvalueSemi-minor axisvalue

There is no simple formula for the perimeter

An ellipse's circumference cannot be expressed in elementary functions — it requires an elliptic integral, which is where the name comes from. Ramanujan's 1914 approximation, used above, is accurate to better than one part in ten million for ordinary shapes, which is more than any workshop needs.

The formula

A = π · a · b, where a and b are the semi-axes

Every result on this page comes from this formula. Nothing is rounded until the final display, so figures match a spreadsheet to the cent.

How to use the Ellipse Area Calculator

  1. Fill in each field with your own figures — the defaults are only there as an example.
  2. The result updates as you type, so there is no button to press.
  3. Check the breakdown under the main result for the supporting numbers.
  4. Use the copy button to take the result with you, or share the link to reload the same inputs.

Ellipse Area Calculator — frequently asked questions

Is this ellipse area calculator free to use?

Yes. Every calculator on the site is free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser, so your figures never leave your device.

How accurate is the result?

The maths is exact for the formula shown on the page. Accuracy in the real world depends on your inputs and on assumptions the formula cannot see, so treat the output as a well-grounded estimate rather than a quote.

Can I use it on my phone?

Yes. The page is responsive, weighs a few kilobytes and works offline once loaded, so it behaves the same on a phone as on a desktop.

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About this calculator

Written and reviewed by The Samsung Calculator editorial team. Every calculator is written against a published formula, reviewed against at least one independent reference implementation, and dated when it changes.

Last reviewed August 23, 2026 · Calculation runs client-side · No data collected · Report an error