Probabilidade Royal Flush

4/C(52,5).
Created by
Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Reviewed by
Renato Passos, Eng. de Software

Last updated: Apr 18, 2026

P(Royal)
0,0000015391

Formula

royal flush

About this calculator

The Royal Flush Probability Calculator computes the chance of being dealt a royal flush in a 5-card poker hand, using a standard 52-card deck. The royal flush is the rarest and most valuable hand, consisting of Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and 10 of the same suit. The probability is extremely low, with only 4 possible combinations out of 2,598,960 total hands.

The calculation is straightforward: divide the number of royal flush combinations (4, one per suit) by the total number of 5-card combinations from a 52-card deck, which is C(52,5) = 2,598,960. The result is a probability of approximately 0.00000154, or 1 in 649,740. The tool displays this value in decimal, percentage, and fraction formats.

Use this calculator when you want to understand the rarity of a royal flush, whether out of curiosity, for probability lessons, or to analyze poker games. It is useful for comparing with other hands (like straight flush or four of a kind) and for demonstrating combinatorial concepts. Remember that the probability is for a single hand; in a real game, factors like number of players and discarded cards change the odds.

Important caveats: the calculator assumes a perfectly random deck with no jokers. It does not account for draw poker or variants like Texas Hold'em, where the final hand uses 7 cards. In those cases, the probability of a royal flush differs. Use the tool only for the classic 5-card scenario.

Frequently asked questions

What is the probability of being dealt a royal flush in 5-card poker?

The probability is approximately 0.000154%, or 1 in 649,740. This means you would need to play about 650,000 hands on average to see a royal flush.

Why are there only 4 royal flush combinations?

Because a royal flush requires Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and 10 of the same suit. With 4 suits, there are exactly 4 possible combinations.

Does the calculator work for Texas Hold'em?

Not directly. In Texas Hold'em, you have 7 cards (2 hole + 5 community) to make the best hand. The probability of a royal flush is higher than in 5-card poker, but the calculation is different.

What is C(52,5) and how is it calculated?

C(52,5) is the number of combinations of 52 cards taken 5 at a time, i.e., all possible 5-card hands without order. The value is 2,598,960.

Can I use this calculator for other card games?

It is designed only for 5-card poker with a standard deck. For other games, the probability will differ due to different rules or decks.

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