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Austria travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Austria with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Austria.
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Austria travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Austria 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.
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Flight time✝ | 2 hours |
Time difference | UK +1 hour |
Language(s) | German |
Currency | Euro |
Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
Driving side | Right |
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Austria travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Austria from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Austria - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Austria - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Austria - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Austria - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Austria - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Austria - 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 Austria.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Austria travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Austria with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Austria - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Austria - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Austria - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Austria, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Austria covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Austria with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Austria - Austrian Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection
- Coronavirus timeline in Austria - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to Austria - Austrian National Tourist Office
Austria travel features
Do you want to learn more about Austria? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Austria.
Austria FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Austria including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Austria due to Covid-19?
Austria is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Austria.
Check out Austrian Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Austria?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Austria. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Austria from the UK?
The flight time to Austria from the UK is typically 2 hours.
Flights to Austria
What is the time difference between Austria and the UK?
The time difference between Austria and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Austria?
The main language spoken in Austria is German.
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What is the currency in Austria?
The currency in Austria is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Austria?
Austria uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Austria?
They drive on the right side of the road in Austria.
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