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Gateway to Estonia's largest island, Saaremaa.
Opened
1954
Location
Kuressaare, Estonia
Kuressaare Airport (IATA: URE, ICAO: EEKE) is a small regional airport serving Kuressaare, the capital of Saaremaa island in western Estonia. It provides essential air connectivity between the island and the Estonian mainland, particularly Tallinn.
The airport handles light scheduled and charter traffic and is operated by Tallinn Airport Ltd, which manages several regional Estonian airports. Its runway is relatively short, accommodating turboprop and small aircraft appropriate for island operations.
Saaremaa is a popular tourist and spa destination, and the airport sees increased seasonal traffic during summer months when visitors travel to enjoy the island's natural landscapes, historic Kuressaare Castle, and resort facilities.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to the low passenger volumes typical of regional island air service.
Getting to & from
Taxis and rental cars are the primary means of ground transport connecting the airport to Kuressaare city center, located a few kilometers away.
Airlines here
Transaviabaltika has historically operated scheduled services between Kuressaare and Tallinn, though route availability has varied over the years.
Notable facts
- ›Kuressaare Airport is one of several small regional airports in Estonia managed by Tallinn Airport Ltd.
- ›The airport serves Saaremaa, Estonia's largest island, which is accessible by ferry or air from the mainland.
- ›Its single asphalt runway is approximately 1,600 meters long, limiting operations to smaller turboprop aircraft.
- ›Saaremaa's popularity as a health and spa resort destination drives seasonal increases in passenger traffic.
- ›The airport has been used intermittently for military and emergency operations given its island location.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
