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Alberta travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Alberta with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Alberta.
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- Weather & climate
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Alberta travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Alberta 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.
| Alberta - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 9 hours |
| Time difference | UK -5 to -7 hours |
| Language(s) | English, French |
| Currency | Canadian Dollar |
| Electricity | A + B plug (120V) |
| Driving side | Right |
| Visa✝ | Yes |
Why visit Alberta?
Considering a holiday to the Alberta? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination such as for its nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.
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Alberta tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.
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Alberta weather
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The Alberta weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Calgary.
Alberta travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Alberta from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Alberta - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Alberta - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for Alberta - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Alberta - 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 Alberta.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Alberta travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Alberta with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Alberta - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Alberta - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Alberta - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Alberta, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Alberta covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Alberta with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Alberta - Public Health Agency of Canada
- Coronavirus timeline in Alberta - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Alberta - Government of Canada
Alberta travel features
Do you want to learn more about Alberta? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Alberta.
Alberta FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Alberta 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 Canada?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Canada. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Alberta from the UK?
The flight time to Alberta from the UK is typically 9 hours.
Flights to Alberta
What is the time difference between Alberta and the UK?
The time difference between Alberta and the UK is UK time-5 to UK time-7 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Alberta?
The main languages spoken in Alberta are English and French.
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What is the currency in Alberta?
The currency in Alberta is the Canadian Dollar (CAD).
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Which plugs are used in Alberta?
Alberta uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Alberta?
They drive on the right side of the road in Alberta.
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Transport options for Alberta
Do you need a visa for Alberta?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Alberta.
Check Alberta visa requirements for all passport holders with iVisa.com*.
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