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Connecticut travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Connecticut with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Connecticut.
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Connecticut travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Connecticut 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✝ | 10.5 hours |
Time difference | UK -5 hours |
Language(s) | English |
Currency | US Dollar |
Electricity | A + B plug (120V) |
Driving side | Right |
Visa✝ | Yes |
Connecticut tourist information
✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.
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Connecticut weather
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The Connecticut weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Hartford.
Connecticut travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Connecticut from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Connecticut - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Connecticut - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for the Connecticut - Government of Canada
- Safe travel advisories for the Connecticut - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Connecticut - 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 Connecticut.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Connecticut travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Connecticut with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Connecticut - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Connecticut - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Connecticut - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Connecticut, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Connecticut covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Connecticut with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Connecticut - Connecticut Department of Public Health
- Coronavirus timeline in the Connecticut - Johns Hopkins University
- Latest info on travel to the Connecticut - US Centers for Disease Control
Connecticut travel features
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Connecticut FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Connecticut including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Connecticut due to Covid-19?
Connecticut is open to fully vaccinated travellers only from the UK.
Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Connecticut Department of Public Health for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from the USA?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from the USA. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Connecticut from the UK?
The flight time to Connecticut from the UK is typically 10.5 hours.
Flights to Connecticut
What is the time difference between Connecticut and the UK?
The time difference between Connecticut and the UK is UK time-5 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Connecticut?
The main language spoken in Connecticut is English.
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What is the currency in Connecticut?
The currency in Connecticut is the US Dollar (USD).
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Which plugs are used in Connecticut?
Connecticut uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Connecticut?
They drive on the right side of the road in Connecticut.
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Do you need a visa for Connecticut?
Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Connecticut.
Check Connecticut visa requirements for all passport holders with iVisa.com*.
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