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Canary Islands travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Canary Islands with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Canary Islands.
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Canary Islands travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to the Canary Islands 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.
| Canary Islands - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 4 to 5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +0 hours |
| Language(s) | Spanish |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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Canary Islands weather
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  18 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  6 |
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| Sea temperature °C |  19 |
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The Canary Islands weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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Canary Islands travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Canary Islands from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Canary Islands - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Canary Islands - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Canary Islands - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for the Canary Islands - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for the Canary Islands - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Canary Islands - 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 the Canary Islands.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Canary Islands travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Canary Islands with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Canary Islands - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Canary Islands - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Canary Islands - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Canary Islands, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Canary Islands covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Canary Islands with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Canary Islands - Ministry of Health, Spain
- Coronavirus timeline in the Canary Islands - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to the Canary Islands - Canary Islands Tourism
Canary Islands travel features
Do you want to learn more about the Canary Islands? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Canary Islands.
Canary Islands FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Canary Islands including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to the Canary Islands due to Covid-19?
Canary Islands is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for the Canary Islands.
Check out Ministry of Health, Spain for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the Canary Islands?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from the Canary Islands. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to the Canary Islands from the UK?
The flight time to the Canary Islands from the UK is typically 4 to 5 hours.
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What is the time difference between the Canary Islands and the UK?
The time difference between the Canary Islands and the UK is UK time+0 to UK time+1 hours.
What is the main language spoken in the Canary Islands?
The main language spoken in the Canary Islands is Spanish.
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What is the currency in the Canary Islands?
The currency in the Canary Islands is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in the Canary Islands?
Canary Islands uses electrical plug type C (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in the Canary Islands?
They drive on the right side of the road in the Canary Islands.
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