Estonia travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Estonia with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Estonia.

Fourteenth-century towers of the Viru Gate in Tallinn, Estonia © Relay24 - Fotolia.com
Fourteenth-century towers of the Viru Gate in Tallinn, Estonia © Relay24 - Fotolia.com

Estonia travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Estonia with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Estonia - quick facts
Flight time✝ 3 hours
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Estonian, Russian
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Estonia?

Considering a holiday to the Estonia? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Culture vultures
    Culture
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature

Estonia tourist information

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

Travelling to Estonia?
  Hotels  Holiday rentals  Car hire  Flights  Things to do 

Recommended for Estonia

Estonia deals >>

Back to top

Estonia weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
Sea temperature °C

The Estonia weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tallinn.

Estonia destinations >>

Travelzoo: Top offers with fully refundable vouchers

  • Save on hotels, restaurants, spas & more
  • Book online with fully refundable vouchers
  • Filter vouchers by theme, price, type & more
Go to Travelzoo deal >>

View all Travelzoo offers

Back to top

Estonia travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Estonia from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Estonia.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

FCDOFCDO travel advice

Back to top

Estonia travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Estonia with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Estonia, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Back to top

Estonia covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Estonia with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

Back to top

Estonia travel features

Do you want to learn more about Estonia? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Estonia.

We don't currently have any travel features on Estonia. Discover more about holiday destinations around the world with this selection of general travel articles.

Back to top

Estonia FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Estonia including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Estonia due to Covid-19?

Estonia is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Estonia.

Check out Health Board of the Republic of Estonia for more information.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Estonia?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Estonia. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the flight time to Estonia from the UK?

The flight time to Estonia from the UK is typically 3 hours.

Flights to Estonia

What is the time difference between Estonia and the UK?

The time difference between Estonia and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Estonia?

The main languages spoken in Estonia are Estonian and Russian.

Learn a language for Estonia with Rosetta Stone*, Babbel* and Mondly*.

What is the currency in Estonia?

The currency in Estonia is the Euro (EUR).

Send money to Estonia with TransferGo*, Wise.com* and XE Money Transfers*.

Which plugs are used in Estonia?

Estonia uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Estonia?

They drive on the right side of the road in Estonia.

Find out more about driving in Estonia with RAC* and International Drivers Association*.

Transport options for Estonia

Travel advice by country

Explore holidays in the sun for less

More holidays

Airport parking

More parking

Airport lounges

More lounges

Top ^