Calabria travel advice

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

Explore the southern region of Calabria, Italy © Jovannig - Fotolia.com
Explore the southern region of Calabria, Italy © Jovannig - Fotolia.com

Calabria travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Calabria 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.

Calabria - quick facts
Flight time✝ 3 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) Italian
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F + L plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Calabria weather

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Calabria travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Calabria 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 Calabria.

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

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Calabria travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Calabria 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 Calabria, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Calabria covid live updates

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

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

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Calabria FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Calabria 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 Italy?

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

What is the flight time to Calabria from the UK?

The flight time to Calabria from the UK is typically 3 hours.

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What is the time difference between Calabria and the UK?

The time difference between Calabria and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Calabria?

The main language spoken in Calabria is Italian.

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What is the currency in Calabria?

The currency in Calabria is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Calabria?

Calabria uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).

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

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

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