United States of America to Italy
The United States of America to Italy route is electrically incompatible. Different plug types and 110V voltage difference.
Need an Adapter?
Yes! Yes, you need a Type A/B to Type C/F/L adapter
Need a Voltage Converter?
Yes — 230V can damage single-voltage United States of America devices
🔍 Why This Route Matters
Flying from United States of America to Italy? The electrical infrastructure you're used to won't follow you there. Your United States of America devices with Type A/B plugs won't fit Italy's Type C/F/L outlets without an adapter. The bigger issue is voltage: United States of America runs 120V while Italy operates at 230V. That's a 110V difference that can fry sensitive electronics. National animal is the Occitan. Plan ahead, and you'll avoid the airport electronics store markups.
Side-by-Side Comparison ⚡
🎯 What Locals Know (That Tourists Don't)
- ✦Uses 24H time format (e.g., 23:00)
- ✦Temperature measured in Celsius (°C)
- ✦Electrical system uses 230V at 50Hz with Type C/F/L plugs
- ✦Tap water safety: drinkable
- ✦Convenience stores and pharmacies often stock basic adapters for a fraction of airport prices
- ✦Italian outlets sometimes have built-in timers that shut off power overnight
- ✦When in doubt, look for "INPUT: 100-240V" on your device. That means it's safe without a converter.
What You Need for This Trip 🧳
Plug Adapter
RequiredUnited States of America's Type A/B plugs won't fit Italy's Type C/F/L outlets.
Voltage Converter
May Be RequiredItaly uses 230V vs United States of America's 120V. Most modern electronics handle this automatically.
Airport & Arrival Tip
FCO handles millions of travelers annually, and power access has improved significantly. International terminals typically have USB charging stations near gates. Bring your own cable though. If you forgot an adapter, check duty-free shops before overpriced gate kiosks. Prices vary wildly. Taxi rides to the city center take 30-60 minutes. Not enough time for meaningful charging anyway. Coffee shops are reliable charging spots while you adjust to the time zone.
Packing Advice
Pack both a plug adapter (Type A/B to Type C/F/L) AND a voltage converter (120V to 230V). You'll need both. Multi-country adapters eliminate the need to carry multiple single-country versions. A 10,000-20,000 mAh power bank is essential. It's enough to fully charge a phone 2-3 times during long days out. Label your cables with colored tape or tags. Hotels have lost luggage full of identical black cables. Check every device label for "INPUT: 100-240V". If it says that, you don't need a voltage converter for it. One adapter per person is cutting it close. Bring at least two in case one fails.
Seasonal Considerations
Italy's seasons affect more than just your wardrobe; they impact your device strategy too. **Summer travel:** Hot weather drains phone batteries faster than you'd expect. Keep devices cool when possible. **Winter travel:** Cold weather kills battery life quickly. Keep devices close to your body to maintain charge. **Holiday season:** Festive season shopping requires full phone battery for photos, maps, and payment apps. Whatever the season, arrive with everything fully charged. You can't predict your first day's access to power.