Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Tallinn is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to TLL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jet2 has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tallinn — and maybe even more of Estonia if your schedule allows.
Jet2 tops the list for bookings on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating EDI to TLL flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between EDI and TLL include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Munich Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
73% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TLL instead:
Grab a Tallinn Airport rental car and discover Tallinn and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Sixt and NU Car Rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Tallinn Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to central Tallinn
From Tallinn Airport, Tallinn is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
September is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Tallinn in March.
The warmest month in Tallinn is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Tallinn Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to TLL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Estonia
Tallinn has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Estonia waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Tallinn, a visit to Tartu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Estonian National Museum, Tartu 2024 landmark and St Lawrence Church of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Narva is another must-experience destination in Estonia and is around 193 kilometres east of Tallinn. No trip is complete without visiting Narva Castle, Narva Cascades and Narva Alexander's Cathedral.