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COVID-19 US Travel Restrictions: Updated State-by-State Guide for May 2021

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COVID-19 US Travel Restrictions: Updated State-by-State Guide for May 2021

Many U.S. states have eased or lifted restrictions as COVID-19 counts drop and vaccinations increase. (photo via iStock/Getty Images Plus/Yakobchuk)

Intro Slide

Thanks to the public perception that COVID-19 is on its way out, due to accelerating vaccination rates and declining new case counts, Americans largely are ready to start making their long-deferred travel plans. With the arrival of warmer weather and summer already on its way, we’ll likely start seeing people hitting the road in droves for vacations, reunions and all kinds of other events.

While it may feel as if the battle is already won, the pandemic isn’t actually over yet. And, as we’ve witnessed, when people move about the country, case counts go up. And, with three dangerous COVID-19 variants verified to be spreading in the U.S., we can’t let our collective guard down just yet.

So, while many states have already relaxed or dropped their domestic travel restrictions, the more cautious ones still have COVID-19 regulations or requirements for out-of-state travelers.

California

California’s travel advisory recommends that unvaccinated visitors interstate travelers quarantine for 10 days upon arrival, but does not mandate it.

—There are some travel restrictions in Los Angeles County specifically. Those arriving from out of state and over the age of 16 must fill out this online form, acknowledging the L.A. County Department of Public Health's travel requirement. Failure to submit this form prior to or upon arrival at Los Angeles International Airport, Van Nuys Airport or Union Station is punishable by a fine of up to $500.

—All non-essential travelers entering the County of Los Angeles from other states who are not fully vaccinated must either quarantine for seven days if they get tested for COVID-19 three to five days after their arrival and receive negative results -OR- quarantine for a full 10 days if they do not get tested following their arrival.

—Those who intend to visit California should also continue to monitor the latest local restrictions for their destination city.

*For more detailed and local information, check California's official website.

Reflection of Snowcapped Maroon Bells in fall, at sunrise. (Photo via tonda / iStock / Getty Images Plus) — Reflection of snowcapped Maroon Bells in Snowmass, Colorado. (Photo via tonda / iStock / Getty Images Plus)

Colorado

Colorado doesn’t have statewide travel restrictions, but Pitkin County (home to ski resort towns Aspen and Snowmass) still has particular requirements.

—Pitkin County’s new program asks visitors to follow updated CDC travel guidelines in lieu of enforcing pre-arrival testing or quarantine requirements.

—Travelers ages 10 and up who are spending one or more nights in the county must complete the Traveler Responsibility Code form, which simply asks visitors to acknowledge local public health orders and COVID-19 policies.

*For more detailed and local information, check Colorado’s official website and Pitkin County's website.

Connecticut

Connecticut’s previous travel restrictions are no longer in effect, although pre-travel testing and post-arrival 10-day quarantines are still recommended.

—Interstate travelers are now directed to refer to CDC travel guidelines and recommendations.

*For more detailed and local information, check Connecticut's official website.

Delaware

As of May 4, Delaware had no statewide travel restrictions in place for U.S. visitors.

*For more detailed and local information, check Delaware's official website.

Florida

As of May 4, Florida had no statewide travel restrictions in place for U.S. visitors.

*For more detailed and local information, check Florida's official website.

Georgia

As of May 4, Georgia had no statewide travel restrictions in place for U.S. visitors.

*For more detailed and local information, check Georgia's official website.

Maui, Hawaii. (photo via wingmar / E+)

Hawaii

Hawaii’s interstate travel restrictions continue to evolve, and the rules can vary depending upon which island you’re visiting, although lawmakers are currently drafting a bill that would standardize travel regulations across all counties.

—Hawaii's Pre-Travel Testing Program enables passengers to bypass the state’s mandatory 10-day quarantine by taking a Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) through one of the state’s Trusted Testing Partners within 72 hours of their arrival.

—Interisland travelers are also currently subject to quarantine restrictions, but, in some cases, testing out of quarantine is an option. Links to county-specific details can be found here.

—Travelers must upload their test results to the state's online Safe Travels form and complete a health questionnaire within 24 hours of their departure. They’ll then receive a QR code via email to present to airport screeners upon arrival.

—Travelers are required to upload their negative test results or have them on hand prior to their departure if they want to skip Hawaii’s default mandatory 10-day quarantine.

—At least 25 percent of travelers who use the Pre-Travel Testing option will also be randomly selected to receive a non-optional second test upon arrival at the airport, free of charge.

—Kauai has rejoined the state’s Safe Travels program and no longer has its own separate requirements.

—Maui has implemented a new order that requires interstate travelers to take an additional rapid COVID-19 test upon arrival at Kahului Airport (paid for by the county). Fully vaccinated transpacific travelers are exempt from this secondary testing. Visitors to Maui are also required to download the AlohaSafe Alert mobile app.

—As of yet, Hawaii currently has established no provisions to exempt fully vaccinated travelers from these requirements.

*Hawaii maintains a statewide mandate that masks be worn while in public places.

*For more detailed and local information, check Hawaii’s official website.

Idaho

As of May 4, Idaho had no statewide travel restrictions in place for U.S. visitors.

*For more detailed and local information, check Idaho's official website.

Idaho

As of May 4, Idaho had no statewide travel restrictions in place for U.S. visitors.

*For more detailed and local information, check Idaho's official website.

Mackinac Island featuring the Grand Hotel & Chicago — Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois. (photo courtesy of Collette)

Illinois

While Illinois doesn’t have statewide travel restrictions, Chicago’sEmergency Travel Orderapplies to anyone entering or returning to the city from states identified as having a significant degree of community-wide COVID-19 spread. As of the latest update on April 20, the Travel Order applies to 26 states and U.S. two territories.

—Those coming from “Orange” states must either quarantine for 10 days or provide a negative COVID-19 test result from a sample taken no more than 72 hours prior to their arrival in Chicago.

—Those coming from “Yellow” states aren’t subject to testing or quarantine requirements.

*For more detailed and local information, check Chicago's official websiteorIllinois’ tourism website.

Kansas

For the most part, Kansas is open to U.S. travelers, with quarantine and testing measures that apply only to some very specific groups, the list of which can befound here.

—Visitors that fall under these categories must isolate fromseven to 10 days, depending upon whether or not they get tested for COVID-19 on Day 6 of their quarantine. Those who receive a negative result after testing on their sixth day will be released from quarantine on Day 8, rather than Day 11.

—Fully vaccinated visitors are exempt from quarantine requirements as long as they finished their vaccine series within the previous six months.

*For more detailed and local information, check Kansas’official website.

* Governor Kelly has revoked the statewide mask order, though some counties retain mask regulations. A map outlining countywide ordinances can be found here.

Kentucky

As of May 4, Kentucky had no statewide travel restrictions, although the state Public Health Department advises returning residents to quarantine themselves for a full seven days after travel and get tested within three to five days. Those who don’t get tested should quarantine for a full 10 days.

*For more detailed and local information, check Kentucky's official website.