Travel
Flight
Tallinn Airport
Tallinna lennujaam is the Tallinn airport, it is the country's massive main airport and has a bus station connected to it that leads you across the street to take you to various places such as Tartu. The staff at this airport all speak fluent English and can help you book bus tickets, find your luggage etc. Once booking your bus look for an all black bus with gold writing called "Lux Express", any pale blue buses you see passing by are public transport, you will need to be on the other side to catch the long distance buses.
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Tartu Airport
Tartu lennujaam is Tartu's mini airport, it is rarely used and only has 2 gates. This is an option if you are willing to pay extra to fly directly to Tartu. Tallinn is 2 hours away from Tartu but the bus ride is comfortable and comes with a bathroom, luggage storage, free Wi-Fi, adjustable and sliding seats as well as a built in monitor with free movies, a moving map tracker, headphones, and coffee etc. You will need to catch a Bolt (Estonia's Uber) or Taxi to get to your hotel in Tartu since this airport is still a bit far from it.
Travel Note
Currency Exchange
You can download and sign up with Wise to easily convert your money into euros for little to no conversion fees. Wise is an Estonian owned international banking company that can be used to store any currency from 160 different countries and territories around the world. You can have a digital or physical card created for you to use during your travels. They also allow direct deposit and you can link your personal bank accounts to make transfers with.
Flight
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM is the fastest connection and most affordable airline to use. It flies from the Netherlands and connects you to Estonia. Any questions you have about your flight can be brought up to the codeshares Delta Airlines (American), Virgin Atlantic (British), or Qantas (Australian). Your checked bags will be sent directly to your final destination. You can book directly with Delta Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, or Qantas however KLM's prices tends to be more affordable.
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Finnair
This is a Finnish airline, the closet airline to Estonia and codeshares with American Airlines and Qantas (For our American and Australian friends). Any questions you have about your flight can be brought up to both companies and your checked in bags will be sent directly to your final destination. You can use American Airlines or Qantas to book your flights directly as well, Finnair's prices tends to be more affordable.
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airBaltic
For our British and American travelers airBaltic is an option. It partners with Delta Air Lines and British Airways. Any questions you have about your flight can be brought up to both codeshares. Your checked in bags will be sent directly to your final destination. You can use Delta Airlines or British Airways to book your flight directly, airBaltic's prices tends to be more affordable.
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Lufthansa
For our Australian friends Lufthansa is an airline you might wanna check out. Lufthansa is a German airline that codeshares with Virgin Australia. Lufthansa also codeshares with United Airlines for the American travelers.
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Ryanair
Ryanair has their own direct flight to Tallinn Estonia so this might be the best option our British friends looking for travel options.
Hotel
Dorpat Hotel
This is the hotel right next to the Tartu bus station (Tartu Bussijaam) which is the bus' final destination. Once exiting the bus you can see the huge building beside it. The hotel view over looks the Emajõgi river and is only a 3 minute walk from the AHHAA science museum, exhibition center, and 2 km from Tartu railway station. Rooms provide complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs; upgraded rooms add minibars, coffeemakers and river views. Family rooms offer interconnecting bedrooms. Suites come with living areas; upgraded suites add saunas. There's 24-hour room service. An airy restaurant features floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the river. Other amenities include a lobby bar, a seasonal outdoor cafe and a spa. Conference facilities are available.
Hotel
Tartu Hotel
This is another hotel which is next to the downtown shopping center and across the street from "Tartu Bussijaam" (Tartu bus station). This is another option which is quick and easy for you while booking your stay Estonia. It is near the HHAA center, AURA water park, APOLLO cinema and McDonalds is just a 3 minute walk from it.
Shuttle
Lux Express
June 12, 2026 6:00 am - 2:15 am
You will be taking Lux Express from Tallinn to Tartu and back to Tallinn. You can book one way or round trip tickets and the price usually varies between 9-13 euros (Between 11-15 dollars). The bus runs everyday but we listed an estimate date of when you might land as an example, the run times are from 6 am and latest being 2:20 am. Pay attention to the front monitor it tells you your destination, you will be waiting for the words "Tartu Bussijaam" which is the Tartu bus station and often the last stop. Most if not all the people will be getting off the bus so you'll know when you are there. You can have the map feature on to know exactly where you are. Your tickets will have your seat number and estimated arrival time listed on it. The bus driver has to scan your QR code in order for you to get on the bus so have your ticket save and screenshotted.
Travel Note
Lux Express Ticket Booking
Travel Note
International Customs
Citizens from over 60 countries, including the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, Japan, and many in Latin America, can enter the 29 Schengen area countries visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. These travelers only need a valid, recently issued passport. The visa-exempt countries: Americas: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Peru, U.S., Uruguay, Venezuela. Asia/Oceania: Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan. Europe (Non-EU): Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine, U.K. Other: UAE, Vatican City. Schengen Countries (29): Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. Requirement: Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure date. ETIAS: In the future, these visa-exempt travelers will need to register for ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) with a 7 euro fee giving access for 3 years.