Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tallinn Airport (TLL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Tallinn is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
There are three London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport flights every week.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LGW to TLL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
AirBaltic has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Tallinn — and maybe even more of Estonia if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is airBaltic.
With an impressive 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, airBaltic is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to TLL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between LGW and TLL:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Nice Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport flight is $128. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $261. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to TLL.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to TLL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LGW.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Consider staying in a hotel near TLL if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Tallinn Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to central Tallinn
Tallinn Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Tallinn. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Tallinn Airport (TLL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Tallinn based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tallinn Airport for July if you want to explore Tallinn during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to TLL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Estonia
Tallinn has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Estonia waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Tallinn, a trip to Tartu will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Estonian National Museum, Tartu 2024 landmark and St Lawrence Church of the Estonian Evangelical Lutheran Church.
If you're ready to explore another side of Estonia, head for Narva, roughly 193 kilometres east of Tallinn. Narva Castle, Narva Cascades and Narva Alexander's Cathedral are key reasons to visit.



