Directions

Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia is located in the heart of Tallinn’s business district, within easy reach of the historic Old Town, public transportation links, and key city attractions. Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport is approximately 4 kilometers from the hotel.

Airport

Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) is the main international airport of Estonia. It is located approximately 4 km from Tallinn city centre, making it one of the most conveniently situated airports in Europe. The airport has a single passenger terminal serving both Schengen and non‑Schengen flights.

Travel between Tallinn Airport and the city is simple and efficient, with several transport options available:

Taxi: taxis are available directly outside the passenger terminal, and arranging a transfer through the hotel provides added reliability.
Bolt/Uber: operate extensively in Tallinn, Bolt, a locally founded Estonian company, often being the quickest, and most cost‑effective option.
Tram (Line 4): a direct connection between the airport and the city centre, taking around 15-20 minutes.
Public Bus (Line 2): links the airport with the city centre and the port area.

Taxi

Taxis in Tallinn are easy to recognise and available directly outside the terminal. To avoid unpleasant experiences, Tallinn Airport recommends using only their official partner taxis, including Forus Takso that stop at the airport taxi stand. Under normal traffic conditions, a taxi from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport to the city centre takes approximately 10 minutes, and around 10-15 minutes to the Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia.

In addition to traditional taxis, Uber and Bolt operate extensively in Tallinn. They are popular, reliable, and transparently priced options for airport transfers. Rides can be booked through their respective apps, and pick‑up points are clearly marked outside the terminal.

How much does a taxi from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport to the city center cost?

The estimated cost for a taxi from Tallinn Airport to the city centre (single trip) is typically €10 - €15 for up to 4 passengers. To the Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia, the fare usually falls within the same range, depending on traffic and demand.

Taxi fares are not limited by law in Estonia. Before starting the journey, make sure that the price is acceptable and, if possible, ask the driver for an approximate fare.

Useful Tips

English is widely spoken, especially by younger drivers, but it’s not guaranteed.

Tipping is not expected in Estonia, though rounding up the fare is appreciated.

Never accept rides from individuals approaching you inside the terminal. Always use official taxis or app based services.

Most taxis accommodate up to 4 passengers with standard luggage.

Card payments are widely accepted, but it’s still useful to have a small amount of cash (€) just in case.

Bolt and Uber operate extensively, with Bolt often being the quickest, and most cost‑effective option.

Public Transport

Tallinn Airport is well connected to the city by efficient public transport. The most convenient option is Tram Line 4, which runs directly from the airport to the city centre. The tram stop is located just outside the arrivals hall, clearly signposted and only a short walk from the terminal. Trams operate roughly from 05:30 until just before midnight, with services every 7-10 minutes during the day and every 10-20 minutes in the evening. The journey to the centre takes around 15-20 minutes. From the Viru Keskus stop, it is approximately a 10 minute walk to the Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia.

You can also take Bus Line 2, which connects the airport with the city centre and the port area. The bus stop is located directly in front of the terminal, just outside the arrivals hall. The journey takes around 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic, and is a good alternative if the tram schedule doesn’t align with your arrival time. Night bus services also operate, ensuring connections to the city throughout the night.

How much does the ride from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport to the city center cost?

A one‑way ticket on Tallinn public transport costs €2 when purchased from the driver, or €1.50 when bought via the mobile app or ticket machines. This makes it an excellent budget option for reaching the city.

Tickets can be purchased:

From the driver (cash or card)
From ticket machines at the airport tram stop
Via the pilet.ee mobile app

Tickets purchased via the app or from ticket machines are automatically valid and do not require validation. Only paper tickets need to be validated using the small onboard validator near the doors.