Kuressaare Airport serves Estonia's main island, Saaremaa, in the Baltic Sea, approximately 3 km from the historic center of Kuressaare, famous for its medieval bishop's castle among the best-preserved in the Baltic.
It is a small regional airport, with connections mainly to Tallinn.
How to get to Kuressaare Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to URE
Parking near Kuressaare Airport
Close to the terminal is a small parking area.
There is no care service, but costs are modest.
How to get to Kuressaare from URE
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Hotels near Kuressaare Airport
Old town and Episcopal Castle
Bus 1, 2 or 12-3 from the airport to the centre in about 10 minutes (2 euros); taxi or Bolt in about 10 minutes for around 10 euros; on foot it takes about 35-40 minutes.
Best for: Travellers who want the Episcopal Castle, the museum and the streets of the centre within walking distance.
- Episcopal Castle, the Saaremaa museum and the castle park within a few minutes' walk
- Streets of the centre with restaurants and shops concentrated in a small, compact area
- In high season, rooms with a castle view book up well in advance
- Out of season several restaurants in the centre reduce their hours or close
Recommended hotels
- Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa On the main street of the old town, about 500 metres from the Episcopal Castle and the Saaremaa museum; a property that combines a 300-year-old building with a modern wing and indoor pool. View availability
- Ekesparre Boutique Hotel Saaremaa's oldest hotel, opened in 1908 in Art Nouveau style, right next to the Episcopal Castle; the beach is about 300 metres away. View availability
- Arabella Hotel On a quiet street in the centre, about 1 km from the castle, 500 metres from the bus station and 1 km from the beach; a good compromise between quiet and proximity to the sights. View availability
Seafront and marina
The same bus line (1, 2, 12-3) or taxi from the airport to the centre, then a 5-10 minute walk along the promenade to the harbour; the castle is a few minutes' walk from the harbour itself.
Best for: Travellers who prefer a modern spa hotel on the seafront, overlooking the small tourist harbour rather than the streets of the old town.
- Seafront promenade and small tourist harbour right below the hotel
- Rooms with views of the castle park or the city garden, depending on the side
- A few extra minutes on foot to reach the shopping and restaurant streets of the old town
- In winter the harbour promenade is sparsely used and bare
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is modestly sized, consistent with regional traffic levels.
Departing passengers should arrive about 1 hour early.
Map of Kuressaare Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What to see in Kuressaare?
The medieval episcopal castle, among the best preserved in the Baltic, and the historic centre of Saaremaa, Estonia's largest island.
Q. How do you get to central Kuressaare from the airport?
By taxi in about 5-8 minutes, since the airport is only 3 km from the centre.
Q. Is it worth renting a car on Saaremaa?
Yes, it's recommended for exploring the island, which has longer distances than the mainland: some local operators offer rentals directly at the airport.
Q. Is Saaremaa safe for tourists?
Yes, it's a generally very safe and quiet island, ideal for slow tourism amid nature and thermal spas.
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