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Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport

Also known as: Tallinn Airport, TLL Airport, Lennart Meri Airport. Formerly Tallinn Ülemiste Airport.

TLL · EETN · Tallinn

Airport facts

Name
Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport
IATA code
TLL
ICAO code
EETN
City
Tallinn
Country
Estonia
Address
Tartu mnt 101, 10112 Tallinn, Estonia
Coordinates
59.4133, 24.8325
Time zone
Europe/Tallinn
Terminals
One passenger terminal with Schengen and non-Schengen gates

About Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport

Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) is the international airport serving Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, and the country's main gateway by air. airBaltic, which counts Tallinn as one of its home bases, flies from here to cities across Europe, alongside Ryanair, Finnair, Lufthansa, SAS, LOT Polish Airlines, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air and Norwegian. Seasonal and charter flights add leisure routes to Turkey, Egypt, Greece and the Mediterranean, and NyxAir links Tallinn with the Estonian islands of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa.

All flights use one passenger terminal, with Schengen and non-Schengen gates in the same building.

The airport sits on the eastern shore of Lake Ülemiste, about 4 to 5 km southeast of the city center, and is usually a 15 to 20 minute drive from the Old Town. Tram lines T2 and T4 stop at the terminal and run into central Tallinn, and Ülemiste railway station and the Ülemiste City business district are close by.

From the airport, travelers head to Tallinn Old Town, the Rotermann Quarter, Kadriorg, Kalamaja and Telliskivi, the Old City Harbour for ferries to Helsinki and Stockholm, Pirita on the coast, and further afield to Pärnu and Tartu.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

AS Tallinna Lennujaam (Tallinn Airport Ltd)

Passengers per year

3,488,104 in 2025, about the same as in 2024

Runway

One runway (08/26), 3,480 m long, extended in 2016

Main airline

airBaltic, which carried about 30 percent of passengers in 2025

Opened

1936; renamed Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport in 2009

Arrival tips for Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport

If you arrive from a Schengen country, there is no passport control: you walk straight to baggage claim. Flights from outside the Schengen Area, such as from the United Kingdom, Turkey or Egypt, go through passport control run by the Police and Border Guard Board. Non-EU travelers on short stays are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), with a facial image and fingerprints, while eligible EU and Schengen citizens aged 12 or over can use the e-gates.

Collect your bags in the baggage claim area, pass customs and continue into the Arrivals hall, where you will find a currency exchange counter and an R-Kiosk that sells public transport cards. Partner taxis wait right in front of the terminal. For trams T2 and T4 and city buses, follow the signs to the public transport center at the north (city) end of the terminal, reached by escalator, lift and walkway. Taxis from companies that are not airport partners only stop in the Kiss&Fly area of the parking house.

Estonia uses the euro and is on Eastern European Time (UTC+2), moving to UTC+3 in summer.

Ground transportation

Trams T2 and T4 suit light travelers heading into central Tallinn, while taxis and pre-booked transfers are easiest with luggage or late at night.

  • Tram from Tallinn Airport

    Lines T2 (to the Old City Harbour and Kopli) and T4 (to Tondi) leave from the public transport center at the north end of the terminal about every 10 minutes, reaching the city center in roughly 15 to 20 minutes. Service resumed on 1 August 2026 after construction work.

  • City buses 2, 47, 49 and 65

    Buses 47, 49 and 65 start at the public transport center, and bus 2 toward the city center stops in front of the parking area on Tartu highway. Contactless bank cards, QR tickets and the Ühiskaart card are accepted; buses are slower with large bags.

  • Taxi and Bolt

    Partner taxis wait in front of the terminal, and Bolt, Uber and Forus are official partners. The ride to the Old Town usually takes 15 to 20 minutes; rates are not capped, so ask for an estimate first.

  • Lux Express coach to Tartu

    All Lux Express coaches entering Tallinn on Tartu highway stop at the airport, on the Tallinn–Tartu and Tallinn–Tartu–Võru routes. Long-distance stops have moved temporarily during construction, so follow the terminal signs.

  • Car rental

    Rental companies serve the airport, which is reached by road from the E263 Tartu highway. A rental car suits travelers heading on to Pärnu, Tartu or the countryside.

  • Private transfer

    Pre-booked drivers meet passengers in the Arrivals hall after customs and drive directly to hotels in the Old Town, the city center, the harbor area or elsewhere in Estonia. It suits families and groups with luggage.

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Terminals

Passenger Terminal

Handles all scheduled and charter passenger flights, arrivals and departures, with separate Schengen and non-Schengen gate areas. The building is being expanded and renovated in stages through 2030.

Airlines and destinations

Scheduled, seasonal and charter airlines at Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport. Several leisure routes run in summer or winter only.

Air Montenegro Passenger Terminal

Tivat

airBaltic Passenger Terminal

Riga, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, London (Gatwick), Málaga, Munich, Nice, Paris (Charles de Gaulle), Vienna, Vilnius, Athens, Hamburg, Oslo, and more

Airline guide

Corendon Airlines Passenger Terminal

Antalya

Eurowings Passenger Terminal

Düsseldorf, Prague

Finnair Passenger Terminal

Helsinki

Freebird Airlines Passenger Terminal

Antalya, Bodrum

Heston Airlines Passenger Terminal

Antalya, Burgas, Catania, Corfu, Enfidha, Faro, Funchal, Heraklion, Hurghada, Lamezia Terme, Larnaca, Rhodes, Sharm El Sheikh, Tirana, Tivat

Jet2 Passenger Terminal

Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds/Bradford, London (Gatwick), Manchester

LOT Polish Airlines Passenger Terminal

Warsaw (Chopin)

Lufthansa Passenger Terminal

Frankfurt

Mavi Gök Airlines Passenger Terminal

Antalya

Norwegian Passenger Terminal

Oslo

NyxAir Passenger Terminal

Kärdla, Kuressaare

Pegasus Airlines Passenger Terminal

Antalya

Ryanair Passenger Terminal

Barcelona, Berlin, Dublin, London (Stansted), Milan (Malpensa), Stockholm (Arlanda)

SAS Passenger Terminal

Copenhagen, Stockholm (Arlanda)

Skyline Express Passenger Terminal

Hurghada

SkyUp Airlines Passenger Terminal

Hambantota (Mattala), Sharm El Sheikh

SunExpress Passenger Terminal

Antalya

Swiss Passenger Terminal

Zurich

Turkish Airlines Passenger Terminal

Istanbul

Wizz Air Passenger Terminal

Budapest, Gdańsk, Kraków, Rome (Fiumicino), Venice, Vilnius, London (Luton), Tirana, Warsaw (Chopin)

Facilities

  • Currency exchange

    Change It has a counter airside near gate 3, open daily 5:00 to 18:00, and a landside counter near Arrivals, open daily 10:00 to 22:00. The landside office also pays out VAT refunds for non-EU residents.

  • Pharmacy

    The Airport Pharmacy is after the Tax Free shop and opens daily 4:00 to 20:00. A Südameapteek self-service store on the ground floor is open around the clock.

  • Luggage lockers

    Baggage lockers in several sizes are on the ground floor and are always open. They can be reserved online.

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi covers the whole terminal on the network Airport Free by Guardtime.

  • Children's playgrounds

    The Lottemaa Playground is near gate 5 and another playground is near gate 5A on the ground floor, both always open.

  • Airport library

    A bookshelf library next to gate 1 is open 24 hours; passengers can borrow a book for the trip.

  • Information desk

    The information desk answers on +372 605 8888 from 4:30 to 22:00, and lost and found has its own help page on the airport website.

  • Car rental and EV charging

    Rental car companies serve the airport, and electric car charging is available in the parking areas.

Airport lounges

  • Airport Lounge (2nd floor)

    On the second floor of the passenger terminal, with an outdoor terrace, open daily 4:30 to 22:00. Free for departing business class passengers and eligible loyalty cardholders of airBaltic, Finnair, LOT, Lufthansa, SAS, Swiss and Turkish Airlines; others can pay per entry, and Priority Pass, DragonPass, LoungeKey and DreamFolks members get partner terms.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Tell your airline or ticket seller when you book that you need help with baggage, boarding or getting between the aircraft and the terminal. Arrive at least 2 hours before departure and confirm at check-in that your request is recorded.

  • Reduced mobility

    Trained assistants help passengers with reduced mobility through the terminal. If you did not notify your airline, go to the information desk in the departure hall or your check-in counter. Tell the airline in advance about battery-powered wheelchairs or mobile oxygen devices.

  • Hearing and visual support

    Passengers with hearing impairment who need personal information assistance, and passengers with visual impairment, should tell their airline in advance so help is arranged.

  • Service animals

    Guide dog users should notify their airline when booking, as each airline sets its own rules for traveling with an assistance dog.

  • Meeting at the parking area or tram stop

    To be met at a parking area or public transport stop, call +372 605 8788 in advance; other special requests are arranged through the same number.

Parking

Kiss and Fly

On the first floor of the parking house, about 50 m from the terminal, for picking up and dropping off passengers; there is a 2.4 m height limit inside the parking house.

A2 long-stay parking area

The airport's main parking area, next to the airport with two entrances and a short walk from the terminal.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tallinn Airport from the city center?

Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport is about 4 to 5 km southeast of Tallinn's city center, on the eastern shore of Lake Ülemiste. By car the trip to the center and the Old Town usually takes 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic. Tram lines T2 and T4 also link the terminal with the city, with departures about every 10 minutes.

Is Tallinn Airport the same as Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport?

Yes. Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport is the official name of Tallinn Airport (TLL), the main airport of Estonia. It was named after Lennart Meri, Estonia's president from 1992 to 2001, in 2009. Before that it was called Tallinn Ülemiste Airport, and many travelers and signs still simply say Tallinn Airport.

How many terminals does Tallinn Airport have?

Tallinn Airport has one passenger terminal for all arrivals and departures. Gates for Schengen and non-Schengen flights are in the same building, so you never change terminals when you connect. The terminal is being expanded and renovated in stages through 2030, so follow the current signage for gates, stops and walkways.

Which airlines fly to Tallinn Airport?

airBaltic, which has one of its home bases in Tallinn, carried about 30 percent of passengers in 2025, followed by Ryanair. Other airlines include Finnair, Lufthansa, SAS, LOT Polish Airlines, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, Norwegian, Wizz Air, Eurowings and Jet2, plus seasonal leisure flights by Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, Corendon Airlines and charter carriers.

Is there a tram from Tallinn Airport to the city center?

Yes. Tram service to the airport resumed on 1 August 2026. Line T2 runs to the Old City Harbour and Kopli, and line T4 runs to Tondi, both through central Tallinn. They leave from the public transport center at the north (city) end of the terminal, reached from Arrivals by escalator, lift and walkway, about every 10 minutes.

Which buses serve Tallinn Airport?

City buses 47, 49 and 65 start at the airport's public transport center, and bus 2 toward the city center stops in front of the parking area on Tartu highway, a short walk away. All Lux Express coaches entering Tallinn on Tartu highway stop at the airport too. Tickets can be bought online or at the ticket machine by the stops.

Where do I find a taxi or a Bolt at Tallinn Airport?

The airport's partner taxis wait right in front of the passenger terminal. Bolt, Uber and Forus are listed as official partners. Taxis from other companies may only stop in the Kiss&Fly area of the parking house. Taxi rates in Estonia are not capped by law, so ask the driver for an estimate before the ride.

Do I go through passport control when I land in Tallinn?

Only if you arrive from outside the Schengen Area, for example from the United Kingdom, Turkey or Egypt. Flights from Schengen countries arrive without passport control. Non-EU travelers on short stays are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) at the border, and eligible EU and Schengen citizens aged 12 or over can use the automated e-gates.

Does Tallinn Airport have a lounge?

Yes. The Airport Lounge is on the second floor of the passenger terminal and opens daily from 4:30 to 22:00, with an outdoor terrace. Business class passengers and holders of eligible loyalty cards from airlines such as airBaltic, Finnair, Lufthansa, SAS, Swiss and Turkish Airlines may enter free; others can buy entry or use partner lounge programs.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Tallinn Airport?

Yes. Free Wi-Fi covers the whole terminal. Choose the network called Airport Free by Guardtime, then accept the terms in your browser. The airport also has luggage lockers on the ground floor that are always open, currency exchange on both sides of security, a pharmacy and two children's playgrounds near gates 5 and 5A.

Can I store luggage at Tallinn Airport?

Yes. Baggage lockers are on the ground floor of the terminal and are always open. They come in several sizes and are rented per 24 hours, and you can reserve one online in advance and pay by card or internet bank. Larger items such as sports equipment may need the XL or XXL lockers.

How do I request wheelchair assistance at Tallinn Airport?

Tell your airline when you book, or at least well before your flight, that you need help. For a meeting at the parking area or a public transport stop, call the airport's assistance line, +372 605 8788, in advance. If you did not notify the airline, go to the information desk in the departure hall or your check-in counter.

What time zone is Tallinn in?

Tallinn uses Eastern European Time, UTC+2, in winter and Eastern European Summer Time, UTC+3, from late March to late October. The currency is the euro, and cards and contactless payments are widely accepted, including on trams and buses at the airport. Estonia is in the Schengen Area and the European Union.

How busy is Tallinn Airport?

Tallinn Airport handled 3,488,104 passengers in 2025, almost the same as in 2024, with regular direct flights to 51 destinations operated by 16 airlines. Its top direct routes were Stockholm, Riga, Helsinki and Frankfurt. The airport has a single runway, 3,480 m long, and is operated by AS Tallinna Lennujaam (Tallinn Airport Ltd).

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