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TLL Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)
Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport) (IATA: TLL, ICAO:EETN) is located in the the city of Tallinn, Estonia. It is the primary international airport serving Tallinn and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+3726058888

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IATA Code

TLL

ICAO Code

EETN

Name

Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Estonia (EE)

City

Tallinn

Latitude

59.4132996

Longitude

24.8327999

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+3726058888

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Airport Overview

Talinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)（TLL）

Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport), ICAO EETN, is Estonia’s principal international airport and a civil aviation gateway serving Tallinn and the surrounding economic area. It is located approximately 5 km southeast of central Tallinn, on the eastern shore of Lake Ülemiste. For international freight, our platform treats it primarily as a passenger-aircraft belly-cargo and regional consolidation point rather than assuming a dedicated long-haul freighter network. The airport profile supplied for this page records a 3,070 m runway and cargo facilities positioned near the runway and terminal area; current handling arrangements must be confirmed against the booking and handling instructions.

Airport name	Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)
IATA / ICAO	TLL / EETN
Location	Tallinn, Estonia
Coordinates	59.4132996, 24.8327999
Time zone	UTC+02:00; seasonal daylight-saving changes may apply
Airport contact in supplied profile	+372 605 8888

Key Highlights

Operational Characteristics at a Glance

Close urban access: the short distance to Tallinn’s city centre supports time-sensitive truck collection and delivery, subject to traffic, security and warehouse appointment controls.
International regional gateway: routings commonly depend on scheduled passenger capacity and European hub connections; uplift and transfer availability should be checked for each shipment date.
Mixed cargo profile: the airport is suitable for general air freight, express consignments and selected special cargo when the handling agent accepts the commodity and service level.
EU customs environment: import, export and transit movements require correctly aligned customs data, commodity classification, security information and the applicable Estonian customs procedure.
Short local drayage, variable network timing: the airport’s city proximity does not eliminate connection risk created by hub transfers, weekend schedules, weather or handling cut-offs.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Handling Scope for Forwarders

Airport cargo handlingThe supplied airport profile identifies four cargo terminals. The actual terminal, handling agent, acceptance window and build-up location depend on the airline or ground handler selected for the booking.

General cargoStandard palletised and loose freight may be accepted through the appointed handler, subject to aircraft ULD limits, screening requirements, dimensions, weight and booking confirmation.

Security screeningExport cargo may require an approved security-control process before loading. Our service team verifies screening status, shipper information and any advance data required by the operating carrier.

Special cargo coordinationTemperature-sensitive goods, dangerous goods, valuable cargo, oversized pieces and live animals require advance acceptance. Availability of dedicated storage or specialised equipment must be confirmed case by case.

Customs and transit supportOur team can coordinate export, import or transit documentation with the responsible customs broker and handling party; customs release is controlled by the relevant authorities, not by the airport code alone.

Road feeder connectionWhere air capacity or routing is limited, a scheduled road feeder or bonded trucking solution may be considered within the European network, subject to carrier approval, security status and border documentation.

Cold-room capacity, dangerous-goods segregation, bonded storage, operating hours and direct delivery arrangements are service-specific. Our service team confirms these items before cargo is tendered instead of treating them as universal airport capabilities.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing Logic and Schedule Considerations

European hub connections: shipments may be routed through larger European gateways when a direct uplift is unavailable. The appropriate gateway depends on destination, airline allotment, aircraft type and cargo characteristics.
Regional passenger capacity: belly capacity can be effective for routine freight but may be constrained during seasonal peaks, aircraft changes, weight restrictions or irregular operations.
Freighter or road-feeder alternatives: our team may compare a different European gateway, a freighter connection or bonded road transport when the required destination or commodity cannot be supported through the first routing.
Transit planning: quoted timing is subject to booking confirmation, export acceptance, security screening, transfer handling, customs status, weekends, public holidays and the final-mile carrier. No fixed transit time should be assumed before the airline confirms the itinerary.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Catchment Area and Commodity Fit

Primary hinterlandTallinn and the wider Estonian market form the core collection and delivery area, with onward connections into the Baltic and broader European road network.

Technology and industrial partsHigh-value electronics, components, machinery parts and urgent maintenance shipments can benefit from air transport when packaging, screening and declared values are properly controlled.

Pharmaceutical and healthcare freightTemperature-sensitive healthcare cargo requires a confirmed cool-chain plan, validated packaging, acceptance timing and contingency instructions; airport proximity alone does not guarantee temperature control.

E-commerce and time-critical shipmentsSmall parcels, samples, documents and urgent replenishment cargo may be consolidated through regional networks, subject to carrier cut-offs and customs data quality.

Perishables and general cargoFood, flowers and other perishables require pre-alerts, packaging suitable for the forecast handling environment and confirmation of acceptance, storage and delivery arrangements.

Operations & Compliance

Practical Controls Before Tender

Cut-off control: airline and handling cut-offs can vary by flight, commodity, security status and build-up plan. Our team obtains the booking-specific acceptance deadline and schedules truck arrival with contingency time.
Dangerous goods: the shipper must provide a correct classification, packing instruction, marks, labels and Shipper’s Declaration where required. Lithium batteries, dry ice, aerosols and chemicals need an acceptance review before booking.
Customs data: commercial invoice, packing list, transport instructions, EORI or other party identifiers, HS classification and origin information must be consistent. Import or transit procedures may require additional broker instructions.
Special handling: live animals, pharmaceuticals, perishables, valuables and oversized cargo require advance written acceptance. Include dimensions, gross weight, piece count, packaging type, temperature range and handling limitations.
Collection and release: consignee release may depend on customs clearance, terminal charges, identification, delivery appointments and the handler’s release process. Our service team confirms the release chain before dispatching a vehicle.

Shipping Tips

Recommended Planning Sequence

Send our service team the origin, destination, commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, cargo value, ready date and any temperature or security requirement before requesting capacity.
Ask us to compare a direct regional option with a European hub connection or bonded road-feeder alternative; select on total transit risk, not only the airport-to-airport flight time.
Prepare commercial and customs documents before cargo handover, ensuring the invoice description, HS code, value, origin, consignee and piece data match the airway bill and physical labels.
Use robust, airline-compliant packaging with visible piece identification. For special cargo, provide handling instructions and contingency contacts, and do not tender until written acceptance is obtained.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport) handle international export cargo?

Yes, it is an international airport. Export acceptance depends on the selected airline or handling agent, available capacity, security screening, customs status and the shipment’s commodity restrictions. Our service team verifies the booking-specific process before tender.

Is a direct flight always available for cargo booked through Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)?

No. Cargo may move on available passenger capacity, through a European hub or by an approved road-feeder arrangement. We confirm the actual itinerary and connection plan rather than assuming that a passenger destination provides cargo uplift.

Can temperature-controlled or pharmaceutical cargo be shipped through Tallinn Airport (Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport)?

It may be possible when the airline and handler accept the commodity and the required cool-chain process is available. Our team checks packaging, temperature range, acceptance timing, storage exposure, monitoring and contingency requirements before confirmation.

What documents are normally required for an export shipment?

A commercial invoice, packing list, transport instructions and accurate airway-bill data are commonly required. Depending on the commodity and procedure, additional licences, origin documents, dangerous-goods paperwork or customs declarations may apply.

How early should cargo arrive at the airport?

There is no single universal cut-off. The airline or handler sets acceptance and screening deadlines by flight and shipment type. Our service team provides the confirmed tender time and recommends a buffer for trucking, security screening and document corrections.

Data Sources & Provenance

Data Basis and Verification Boundary

Airport identity, codes, coordinates, location, time zone, contact number and the supplied runway and cargo-terminal description are based on the airport record provided for this page. Operational availability, handling agents, cut-off times, special-cargo acceptance, customs procedures and routing must be reconfirmed for the shipment date.

Airport operator and facility information: tallinn-airport.ee
Estonian customs and tax administration: emta.ee
Estonian official statistics: stat.ee
International air transport standards and industry reference: iata.org
European aviation network information: eurocontrol.int

Our service team uses these sources for identity and regulatory cross-checking, while the airline, appointed handler, customs broker and competent authorities remain the final sources for acceptance, release and compliance decisions.