Steps in 120 flights by staircase type
| Steps per flight | Typical in | Total steps |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | small homes | 1,440 |
| 14 | homes | 1,680 |
| 16 | offices, apartments | 1,920 |
| 18 | commercial buildings | 2,160 |
| 20 | tall-ceiling buildings | 2,400 |
Calories burned climbing 120 flights
| Body weight | Steady pace (4 METs, ~15 s/flight) | Brisk (8.8 METs, ~9 s/flight) |
|---|---|---|
| 60 kg (132 lb) | 120 kcal | 158 kcal |
| 75 kg (165 lb) | 150 kcal | 198 kcal |
| 90 kg (198 lb) | 180 kcal | 238 kcal |
kcal = MET × body weight (kg) × hours. MET values: Compendium of Physical Activities. Climbing time per flight varies with stair height and fitness, so treat these as estimates.
Going down counts too. Descending stairs uses far less energy than climbing, but each stair is still a step on your pedometer.
Other stair counts
90 flights1,440 steps100 flights1,600 steps110 flights1,760 steps125 flights2,000 steps150 flights2,400 steps175 flights2,800 steps
Convert walking steps to distance with the steps to km calculator.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Health disclaimer