Kuressaare Airport sits roughly 3 km from the town center, making it one of the shortest airport-to-city transfers in Europe. The ride takes about 5-7 minutes regardless of which option you choose.
Taxi Fares from URE Airport
Estonia does not regulate taxi fares by law, so there is no official tariff to quote here — confirm the price with the driver, or check that the meter is running, before you set off. There is no surge pricing system like ride-hailing apps in larger cities, but the short distance means any fare should be modest. The catch is availability — Kuressaare's taxi fleet is small, and there may not be a car waiting when you land.
Fixed-price private transfer
URE Kuressaare City Center
From€58for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €78 per vehicle, about €20 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Pre-Booked Private Transfer Pricing
A pre-booked transfer from Kuressaare Airport to the town center is priced by the operator at booking for a standard sedan, and typically costs more than a taxi. You are paying for reliability: your driver monitors your flight, waits for you at arrivals, and handles your luggage. For families or groups needing a larger vehicle, ask the operator for the minivan rate.
Transfers to Hotels and Spas Outside Kuressaare
Saaremaa is known for its spa hotels and rural guesthouses, many of which are located outside the town center. Transfers to destinations like Nasva, Mandu, or the southern coast of the island are priced by distance — get a quote from the operator for your specific address. Properties near Vilsandi National Park or on the western coast take longer to reach and are priced accordingly.
What Affects the Price
Distance is the primary factor. Time of day can matter if you need a taxi — evening arrivals may require calling a dispatch, and waiting could add frustration but not necessarily cost. Pre-booked transfers have fixed pricing regardless of when you arrive. Vehicle size also affects price: a standard car for 1-3 passengers costs less than a minivan for larger groups.
Is It Worth Pre-Booking
Given how short and inexpensive a taxi ride at URE typically is, pre-booking might seem unnecessary. But the reality of Kuressaare Airport is that taxis are not guaranteed. If you arrive and there is no taxi, you are either calling a company and waiting, or walking 3 km with your bags. A pre-booked transfer buys you certainty on an island where transport options are genuinely limited.
Tipping
Tipping is not expected in Estonia but rounding up the fare or leaving a euro or two is appreciated. There is no obligation or cultural pressure either way.
When a private transfer from URE is the right choice
- Three or more people: a 4-seat car to Kuressaare City Center is from €78, about €20 per person, usually level with or below separate public-transport tickets once you count the walk, the wait and the last mile with bags.
- Going to a specific address rather than the main station: the car goes to the door, so the public-transport fare is not the whole cost of the trip.
- Arriving tired or late: the driver waits at arrivals with your name, included for 60 minutes after landing.
URE → Kuressaare City Center from €58Fixed price, flight tracked, free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup.