London to Tallinn (LGW–TLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–TLL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. airBaltic leads the route. The flight covers 1,128 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT airBaltic | 3 | 223 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tallinn from London
| Metric | LGW→TLL | LTN→TLL | STN→TLL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 51 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 2h 55m | 2h 45m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: GMT · TLL: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Tallinn.
British passport holders enter Estonia visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds. The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Estonia accepts entry at Tallinn Airport, the land borders with Russia (Narva, Luhamaa, Koidula), and Tallinn/Paldiski sea ports.
Direct flights from London to Tallinn run about 2 hours 40 minutes on Ryanair and Wizz Air from Stansted and Luton. Estonia uses the euro. No vaccination requirements for entry. The UK GHIC/EHIC is not valid in Estonia post-Brexit, so private travel insurance covering medical costs is the only safety net. English is widely spoken in Tallinn but less so in rural areas.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–TLL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to TLL
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) are connected by nonstop service from airBaltic. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to TLL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to TLL ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,128 miles (1,816 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via ZRH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).