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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.
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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
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  15 |
15 |
16 |
 19 |
 23 |
 27 |
 30 |
30 |
 28 |
23 |
19 |
16 |
| Hours of sunshine (daily) | ||||||||||||
| Days with some rainfall |  11 |
10 |
 9 |
8 |
 5 |
 3 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
9 |
11 |
11 |
| Sea temperature °C |  15 |
14 |
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15 |
 18 |
 22 |
 25 |
 26 |
25 |
22 |
 20 |
 17 |
The Calabria weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Reggio di Calabria.
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.
- UK traveller advice for Calabria - UK FCDO
- Safe travel advisories for Calabria - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Calabria - 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 Calabria.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
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.
- Vaccines & medicines for Calabria - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Calabria - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Calabria - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
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
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.
- Travellers' health for Calabria - Italian Ministry of Health
- Coronavirus timeline in Calabria - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Calabria - Italian National Tourist Office
Calabria travel features
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.
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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