Alberta travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Alberta with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Alberta.

Top reasons to visit Alberta, Canada © Lucky Photo - Adobe Stock Image
Top reasons to visit Alberta, Canada © Lucky Photo - Adobe Stock Image

Alberta travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Alberta with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Alberta - quick facts
Flight time✝ 9 hours
Time difference UK -5 to -7 hours
Language(s) English, French
Currency Canadian Dollar
Electricity A + B plug (120V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

Why visit Alberta?

Considering a holiday to the Alberta? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination such as for its nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature

Alberta tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.

Travelling to Alberta?
  Hotels  Holiday rentals  Car hire  Flights  Things to do 

Recommended for Alberta

Alberta deals >>

Back to top

Alberta weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall

The Alberta weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Calgary.

Alberta destinations >>

Radisson Hotels: up to 25% off prepaid rates

  • Save up to 25% on hotel stays when you book advance
  • Radisson Rewards members get extra 10% off hotels
  • Book hotels in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia & Pacific
Show discount codeShow discount code ******AID
Redeem Radisson Hotels discount code >>

View all Radisson Hotels offers

Back to top

Alberta travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Alberta from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Alberta.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

FCDOFCDO travel advice

Back to top

Alberta travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Alberta with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Alberta, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Back to top

Alberta covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Alberta with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

Back to top

Alberta travel features

Do you want to learn more about Alberta? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Alberta.

Back to top

Alberta FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Alberta including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Canada?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Canada. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Alberta from the UK?

The flight time to Alberta from the UK is typically 9 hours.

Flights to Alberta

What is the time difference between Alberta and the UK?

The time difference between Alberta and the UK is UK time-5 to UK time-7 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Alberta?

The main languages spoken in Alberta are English and French.

Learn a language for Alberta with Rosetta Stone*, Babbel* and Mondly*.

What is the currency in Alberta?

The currency in Alberta is the Canadian Dollar (CAD).

Send money to Alberta with XE Money Transfers*.

Which plugs are used in Alberta?

Alberta uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Alberta?

They drive on the right side of the road in Alberta.

Find out more about driving in Canada with International Drivers Association*.

Transport options for Alberta

Do you need a visa for Alberta?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Alberta.

Check Alberta visa requirements for all passport holders with iVisa.com*.

Travel advice by country

Explore holidays in the sun for less

More holidays

Airport parking

More parking

Airport lounges

More lounges

Top ^