Lapland travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Lapland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Lapland.

Children love Lapland at Christmas time © Natasnow - Adobe Stock Image
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Lapland travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Lapland 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.

Lapland - quick facts
Flight time✝ 6 hours
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Finnish
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Lapland travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Lapland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

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 Lapland.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Lapland travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Lapland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Lapland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Lapland with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Lapland FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Lapland 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 Lapland?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Lapland. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Lapland from the UK?

The flight time to Lapland from the UK is typically 6 hours.

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What is the time difference between Lapland and the UK?

The time difference between Lapland and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Lapland?

The main language spoken in Lapland is Finnish.

What is the currency in Lapland?

The currency in Lapland is the Euro (EUR).

Which plugs are used in Lapland?

Lapland uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Lapland?

They drive on the right side of the road in Lapland.

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