Kärdla Airport serves Hiiumaa island, Estonia's second-largest island in the Baltic Sea, approximately 3 km from the center of the small town of Kärdla.
It is a very small airport, with connections mainly to Tallinn, the faster access point to an island known for unspoiled nature and historic lighthouses.
How to get to Kärdla Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to KDL
Parking near Kärdla Airport
A few steps from the terminal there is a small parking lot.
There is no security staff, and prices are in any case contained.
How to get to Kärdla from KDL
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Hotels near Kärdla Airport
Kärdla, the village
Bus line 6241 Kärdla bus station-Keskväljak-Padu-Linnumäe-Airport, about 8 minutes, departing 50 minutes before every flight; by taxi the ride is quicker, just a few minutes.
Best for: Those who want the harbour, the central square and Kärdla's church within walking distance, with the airport just a few minutes by bus or taxi.
- Kärdla's harbour, with its little lighthouse and seafront cafés, reachable on foot from the centre
- Renovated central square, with covered market and cultural centre, the heart of the village's life
- Outside the high summer season many places around the harbour stay closed
- The bus to the airport is tied to flight times: outside those windows a taxi is needed
Recommended hotels
- Padu Hotell About 1 km from the centre of Kärdla, family-run with wood-fired sauna, café-bar and bicycle rental; the beach is about a 5-minute drive away. View availability
- Hotell Sõnajala In a green, quiet area on the edge of Kärdla, about 1.5 km from the centre and the beach; appreciated for its calm despite the closeness to the village. View availability
- Kapteni tuba - Captains room - Central Square in Kärdla Room right on Kärdla's central square, steps from shops, market and cultural centre; the most affordable option for those who want to stay in the village. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is very small, among the country's most basic, consistent with the airport's minimal traffic.
For flights, arriving at least 45–60 minutes early is recommended.
Map of Kärdla Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What makes the island of Hiiumaa special?
Its unspoiled nature and historic lighthouses, including the famous Kõpu lighthouse, one of the oldest still in use in the world.
Q. How do you get around Hiiumaa without a car?
With difficulty: local public transport is limited, so it's best to arrange a rental car in advance from the centre of Kärdla.
Q. Do people mostly pay in cash in Estonia?
Quite the opposite: Estonia is among the most digitalised societies in the world, with electronic payments accepted almost everywhere, including remote islands like Hiiumaa, so much so that cash is rarely needed.
Q. Does Kärdla airport have facilities like duty free or a lounge?
No, it's a very small airport with only essential services, in line with the island's minimal traffic.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights