Pärnu Airport
Airport guide 2026

Pärnu Airport EPU

Estonia

Pärnu Airport serves Estonia's main beach city, known for its beaches on the Gulf of Riga and thermal parks, approximately 4 km from the city center.

It is a small regional airport, with connections mainly to Tallinn and some seasonal destinations.

Content verified on 03/09/2026
Official source: airport.ee/parnu-airport

How to get to Pärnu Airport

Pärnu city centre is approximately 4 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 10 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach Pärnu city center in approximately 10 minutes.

By Train

There is no railway station in the vicinity of the airport.

By Bus

There is no dedicated public bus service for flights, but regular urban bus lines pass near the airport.
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Tips The hub's traffic is seasonal and linked to summer months, when Pärnu fills with visitors for beaches and spas: always verify active schedules for your travel period.

Average travel time to EPU

TrainNot available
Shuttle busNot a dedicated service
Taxi / Private hire10 minutes

Parking near Pärnu Airport

Not far from the terminal is a parking lot of modest dimensions.

The parking is unstaffed, with costs nonetheless contained.

How to get to Pärnu from EPU

By Train

There is no rail option available.

By Bus

Regular urban lines pass near the airport, but there is no dedicated connection for flights.

By Taxi

Taxis generally wait in conjunction with flight arrivals; roughly 8-10 euros for the center.

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Car rental at Pärnu Airport

Car rental is generally not available directly at the airport: it's better to book in advance with an operator in central Pärnu.
 

Hotels near Pärnu Airport

Pärnu airport is a small regional hub about 6 km from the centre, linked to the bus station by line 24 (3 euros) or a 10-minute taxi ride for 7-10 euros. Pärnu is Estonia's busiest seaside town, with the old town, the small marina and the long Beach Park all within walking distance of each other: whichever of the two you sleep in, it pays to stay put, since the distances in between are an easy walk. With charter or seasonal flights often limited, many travellers still arrive via Tallinn and finish the journey by road.
City centre

Old town and marina

Bus line 24 from the airport to Pärnu's bus station, in the centre (3 euros); taxi or Bolt in about 10 minutes for 7-10 euros.

Best for: Those who want Rüütli street, the old town's cafés and the small marina within walking distance, with the sea just minutes away.

Pros
  • Rüütli street, the heart of the old town's shopping and cafés, just steps away
  • Marina and Beach Park reachable on foot, no need for transport
Cons
  • Bus 24 isn't very frequent: outside flight times it's better to rely on a taxi
  • In high season the centre fills with tourists and traffic increases on the main streets
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Neighbourhood

Beach Park and the beach

Direct taxi from the airport in about 10 minutes; alternatively bus 24 to the centre and then a 10-15 minute walk to the beach area.

Best for: Those who want to wake up near the sandy beach and the large park running alongside it, accepting a ten-minute walk to the old town.

Pros
  • Sandy beach and Beach Park just steps away, among the widest and busiest on the Baltic
  • Green residential area, quieter than the centre in the evening hours
Cons
  • The nightlife and restaurants of the old town still require a walk or a short taxi ride
  • Outside the summer season the area is much quieter, with several venues closed
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Airport services

The airport provides essential services suited to its seasonal and limited traffic.

Shopping & Duty Free

The airport does not have a duty-free area, proportionate to its traffic volume.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated lounges are available, consistent with the airport's modest traffic levels.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

WiFi is available in the small terminal's public areas. There is no phone shop at the airport - Estonia's main operators have shops downtown in Pärnu.

Families & Children

No specific services for families are available, given the airport's limited scope.

Terminal guide

The terminal is very small, consistent with the airport's seasonal and limited traffic.

One hour early arrival is recommended for flights.

Map of Pärnu Airport

Map of Pärnu Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is Pärnu reachable by air all year round?

Connections are generally more frequent in the summer months, the peak beach season: always check the schedules active during your travel period.

Q. What is Pärnu famous for?

It is Estonia's main seaside town, known for its sandy beaches on the Gulf of Riga and its historic spa resorts.

Q. How far is central Pärnu from the airport?

About 7 km, a 10-15 minute taxi ride.

Q. Is there a car rental desk at Pärnu airport?

Not directly at the airport: it's best to book in advance with an operator in the city centre.

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