Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Tallinn's timezone is UTC+2, making Tallinn one hour behind Istanbul.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport flights. The 08:10 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:10.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your IST to TLL flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Tallinn — and maybe even more of Estonia if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between IST and TLL:
Riga International Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport flight is ج.م. 3,862. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 10,578. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from IST to TLL, book your journey ten months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Reserve a hotel near TLL if you're taking a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Tallinn Airport rental car and discover Tallinn and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Sixt and NU Car Rentals are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tallinn Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to central Tallinn
From Tallinn Airport, Tallinn is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Tallinn. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Tallinn is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tallinn Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to TLL in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Estonia
Tallinn is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Estonia you should also see. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Tallinn, a trip to Tartu will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Tartu University Botanical Garden, Tartu Town Hall Square and Tartu Cathedral (Tartu toomkirik).
Narva is another essential stop in Estonia and is around 193 kilometres east of Tallinn. No journey is complete without dropping by Joaoru – Eesti suurim kuiv jõeorg, Carl Linnè ürdiaed and Skateboard Park.