Helsinki (Vantaa) to Kuressaare (HEL–URE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

Last scheduled nonstop: Aug 2026.

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Helsinki (Vantaa) to Kuressaare
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 168 mi 0h 45m nonstop

HEL–URE had nonstop service from Finnair, last on the schedule in August 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 168 miles in 0h 45m.

Also explore Browse available seat maps HEL Routes URE Routes HEL Live Flights URE Live Flights
All flights from Kuressaare (URE) Kuressaare to Helsinki (Vantaa) flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop HEL–URE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AY Finnair 0 – – – Oneworld –
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AY (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for HEL to URE.
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Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kuressaare from Helsinki (Vantaa)

Nearby airports with service to Kuressaare Airport.
Metric HEL→URE EPU→URE
Distance from HEL – 132 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1
Weekly flights – –
Flight time 0h 45m 0h 25m
Pärnu (EPU) to Kuressaare flights
Airports within 200 miles of HEL with service to Kuressaare Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Kuressaare is 0 hours the same as Helsinki (Vantaa).
HEL: EEST · URE: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 6:00 PM in Kuressaare.
Distance & Flight Time
168 mi / 271 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 45m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Finnish passport holders do not need a visa to enter Estonia. As EU and Schengen citizens, Finns can enter, reside, and work in Estonia freely. No time limit. Bring your Finnish passport or national ID card.

For stays over 3 months, register your residence at the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board. Bring your passport or ID, proof of address, and proof of purpose of stay. The process is free for EU citizens and takes about 1 to 2 weeks.

Helsinki to Tallinn is one of the busiest short routes in Europe. The ferry takes 2 to 2.5 hours and costs EUR 15 to EUR 50 depending on the operator and timing. Flights take 30 minutes. Estonia uses the euro. Tallinn is practically a commuter destination for Helsinki residents, with tens of thousands of Finns crossing monthly. Estonian prices for food, services, and accommodation are noticeably lower than Finnish prices.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

HEL–URE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Helsinki (Vantaa) to Kuressaare route.
Route details
Distance168 mi / 271 km
Flight time0h 45m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: HEL
Full nameHelsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
Destination: URE
Full nameKuressaare Airport
IATA / ICAOURE / EEKE
TimezoneEurope/Tallinn
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HEL to URE flights.
Nonstop flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Kuressaare Airport take about 0h 45m gate to gate. The route covers 168 miles.
1 airline operated the nonstop from HEL to URE: Finnair. The last scheduled nonstop was in August 2026. There's no nonstop right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. See the connection options above, ranked by layover.
Not right now. The last scheduled nonstop was in August 2026. You can still fly it with one stop, and the connecting options above are sorted by layover. Nonstop, the hop took about 0h 45m.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to URE and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Yes, return flights from URE to HEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EPU. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HEL to URE

Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Kuressaare Airport (URE) had nonstop service from Finnair, last on the schedule in August 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.

HEL to URE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HEL to URE is about 0 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 168 miles (271 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pärnu (EPU).