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Tartu (EETU/TAY) — Tartu, Estonia

Tartu (EETU/TAY) serves Tartu, Estonia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 220 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: EETU
  • Name: Tartu
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 58.307499
  • Longitude: 26.690399
  • Elevation: 220 ft
  • Country: Estonia
  • Municipality: Tartu
  • IATA Code: TAY
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: EETT
  • Timezone: Europe/Tallinn
  • Distance from City: 8.2 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 5905 X 101
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 68/F/D/Y/T
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL, PAPI
  • NAVAIDs: NDB UM 397 kHz
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GNSS) RWY 08, RNAV (GNSS) RWY 26
  • Remarks: Elev RWY 08: 210 ft, RWY 26: 193 ft. GNSS required for instrument approaches. DME/DME backup not available. GPS jamming risk from east.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 133.900 MHz
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 133.905 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 133.905 MHz
  • ATIS: 123.130 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 06:00 – 14:30
Tuesday 06:00 – 14:30
Wednesday 06:00 – 14:30
Thursday 06:00 – 14:30
Friday 06:00 – 14:30
Saturday 06:00 – 14:30
Sunday 06:00 – 14:30
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Mon-Fri 06:00-14:30 UTC. AFIS on 133.905 MHz provided from remote tower center in Tallinn. Outside published hours available on request. When AFIS not available, info on ATIS 123.130. SAT: closed (AFIS 02:30-04:00 UTC only for scheduled). SUN: AFIS available per NOTAM. Weekend ops require prior arrangement and ground handling. AFIS phone: +372 6710244.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +372 6710244
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +372 7309222
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://airport.ee/en/tartu-airport/
  • Remarks: Airport info: +372 7309236 / [email protected]. Handling: [email protected]. SITA: TAYGH8X. NOF: +372 6710257 / [email protected]. ARO: +372 6710241. Operations manager: Roman Kulikov / [email protected]

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: +372 7309222
  • Remarks: 48 hours PPR required for private/charter flights. Contact [email protected] or +372 7309222. Weekend operations require prior arrangement with airport and mandatory ground handling.

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Available with 1 hour prior notice. Schengen zone — passport control by Police and Border Guard Board for non-Schengen flights.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 4.00-8.00 EUR per tonne MTOW
  • Parking Fee: 2.00-4.00 EUR per tonne MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: EUR
  • Remarks: Minimum landing charge EUR 30. Local VAT applicable. Sample total for twin <5.7t IFR: nav 18.25 + landing 41.55 + refueling 5.75 + meeting 1.90 + supervision 19.15 + VAT 17.32 = EUR 103.92. Security charge EUR 2.87 per departing passenger (from Apr 2025).

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-04
  • Remarks: Provided by AS Tallinna Lennujaam. Available during airport operating hours. Contact: [email protected]
  • Fuel Type: 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-04
  • Remarks: AVGAS available. May require advance notice. Contact airport operations.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures. GENDEC required for all international flights.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No formal curfew. Noise abatement procedures in effect.

Alternates

ULOO

  • ICAO: ULOO
  • Name: Pskov
  • Distance (NM): 62.6
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airports are designated ports of entry. Visa required for most nationalities. Crew must have valid Russian visas unless exempt. Advance passenger information submission recommended though not formally mandated for all operators.

EEPU

  • ICAO: EEPU
  • Name: Parnu
  • Distance (NM): 70.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

EETN

  • ICAO: EETN
  • Name: Lennart Meri
  • Distance (NM): 87.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.

Airport Services

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Estonia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan 2 hours before departure
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 working days before flight
Private / GA Operations:

Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.

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Active NOTAMs

A1946/26 critical
Only runway closed
RWY 08/26 CLSD DUE TO DRAG RACE.
2026-07-24 13:00:00 2026-07-26 09:00:00
A1986/26 warning
Military route active
RESTRICTED AREA EER2617A CANCELLED.
2026-07-21 11:35:16 Until further notice
A1829/26 info
Danger area
DANGER AREA EED2 (UNIKULA) ACTIVATED. INFO ABOUT ACTIVATION AVAILABLE FROM: +372 525 8504 AREA DEACTIVATION IS POSSIBLE BY ATS.
2026-07-12 06:00:00 2026-07-30 13:59:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of EETU?
Tartu operates from 06:00 to 14:30 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at EETU?
The tower frequency at Tartu is 133.9 MHz.
What fuel is available at EETU?
Tartu offers JET A-1, 100LL.
Does EETU require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Tartu (Estonia).
Does EETU require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Tartu.
Where is EETU located?
Tartu (EETU) is located in Tartu, Estonia.
What is the IATA code for EETU?
The IATA code for Tartu is TAY.
How long is the runway at EETU?
The main runway at Tartu (08/26) measures 5905 X 101.
Is EETU a port of entry?
Yes, Tartu is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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