Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport is 30 minutes.
Tallinn's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Helsinki.
Each week, there are 750 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, opt for the 00:20 Finnair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 23:50 with Finnair.
To ensure you catch your HEL to TLL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Tallinn — and maybe even more of Estonia if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Finnair.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier offering HEL to TLL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and TLL:
Riga International Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport flight is £47. A round-trip fare is currently £86. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from HEL to TLL by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from HEL to TLL is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
If you're landing on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TLL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Tallinn Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Sixt or NU Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Tallinn and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tallinn Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to central Tallinn
Tallinn Airport is approximately 5 miles from the centre of Tallinn. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Tallinn in January.
When reserving your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Tallinn Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tallinn, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to TLL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Estonia
You've visited Tallinn, now it's time to discover other parts of Estonia. Journey around 100 miles south-east to Tartu to check off its top attractions. From Tartu University Botanical Garden to Tartu Town Hall Square and Tartu Cathedral (Tartu toomkirik), there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Estonia, head for Narva, roughly 120 miles east of Tallinn. Joaoru – Eesti suurim kuiv jõeorg, Carl Linnè ürdiaed and Skateboard Park are highlights.