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Cyprus travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Cyprus with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Cyprus.
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Cyprus travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Cyprus 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.
| Cyprus - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 4.5 to 5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +2 hours |
| Language(s) | Greek, English |
| Currency | Euro, Turkish Lira (North Cyprus only) |
| Electricity | G plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Left |
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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Cyprus weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum daytime temperature °F |  61 |
61 |
63 |
 70 |
 75 |
 82 |
 86 |
86 |
84 |
77 |
70 |
63 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  14 |
 12 |
 9 |
 5 |
 3 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
4 |
6 |
13 |
| Sea temperature °F |  63 |
61 |
61 |
63 |
 68 |
 75 |
 81 |
 82 |
79 |
75 |
70 |
 66 |
The Cyprus weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Paphos.
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Cyprus travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Cyprus from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Cyprus - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Cyprus - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Cyprus - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Cyprus - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Cyprus - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Cyprus - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
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 Cyprus.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Cyprus travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Cyprus with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Cyprus - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Cyprus - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Cyprus - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Cyprus, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Cyprus travel features
Do you want to learn more about Cyprus? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Cyprus.
Cyprus FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Cyprus including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Cyprus?
Cyprus is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Cyprus.
Check out Ministry of Health, Republic of Cyprus for more information.
What is the flight time to Cyprus from the UK?
The flight time to Cyprus from the UK is typically 4.5 to 5 hours.
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What is the time difference between Cyprus and the UK?
The time difference between Cyprus and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Cyprus?
The main languages spoken in Cyprus are Greek and English.
Learn a language for Cyprus with Rosetta Stone*, Busuu* and Rocket Languages*.
What is the currency in Cyprus?
The currency in Cyprus is the Euro (EUR) and the Turkish Lira (North Cyprus only) (TRY).
Send money to Cyprus with TransferGo*, Wise.com* and XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in Cyprus?
Cyprus uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts) - the same as the UK.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cyprus?
They drive on the left side of the road in Cyprus.
Find out more about driving in Cyprus with International Drivers Association* and RAC*.
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