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Lesbos travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Lesbos with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Lesbos.
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Lesbos travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Lesbos 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.
| Lesbos - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 4 hours |
| Time difference | UK +2 hours |
| Language(s) | Greek |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
Why visit Lesbos?
Considering a holiday to the Lesbos? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination such as for its beaches to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
- Beaches
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Lesbos weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Maximum daytime temperature °C |  11 |
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 28 |
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 27 |
21 |
 17 |
13 |
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| Days with some rainfall |  12 |
10 |
 9 |
8 |
 5 |
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12 |
| Sea temperature °C |  15 |
14 |
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 18 |
 22 |
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 16 |
The Lesbos weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Mitilini.
Lesbos travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Lesbos from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Lesbos - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Lesbos - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Lesbos - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Lesbos - 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 Lesbos.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Lesbos travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Lesbos with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Lesbos - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Lesbos - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Lesbos - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Lesbos, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Lesbos covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Lesbos with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Lesbos - Ministry of Health, Greece
- Coronavirus timeline in Lesbos - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Lesbos - Hellenic Republic Travel Advice
Lesbos travel features
Do you want to learn more about Lesbos? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Lesbos.
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Lesbos FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Lesbos 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 Greece?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Greece. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Lesbos from the UK?
The flight time to Lesbos from the UK is typically 4 hours.
Flights to Lesbos
What is the time difference between Lesbos and the UK?
The time difference between Lesbos and the UK is UK time+2 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Lesbos?
The main language spoken in Lesbos is Greek.
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What is the currency in Lesbos?
The currency in Lesbos is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Lesbos?
Lesbos uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Lesbos?
They drive on the right side of the road in Lesbos.
Find out more about driving in Greece with International Drivers Association*, RAC* and Halfords*.
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