Tallinn car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Tallinn
The best car rental companies in Tallinn are Sixt, Hertz, Avis. Prices start from €22/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 10%.
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Ranked comparison
Top 10 rental companies in Tallinn
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€24/day
all-in estimate
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
all-in estimate
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€23/day
all-in estimate
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#4
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€22/day
all-in estimate
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€21/day
all-in estimate
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€25/day
all-in estimate
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€22/day
all-in estimate
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
all-in estimate
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#9
Tulika Rent
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €150Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€19/day
base rate
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Tallinn
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €22 | Toyota Aygo | 4 |
| Compact | €26 | VW Golf | 5 |
| Midsize | €32 | Škoda Octavia | 5 |
| SUV | €40 | VW Tiguan | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €55 | VW Touran | 7 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Tallinn
Airport — Tallinn Airport / Lennart Meri (TLL)
One of the shortest airport-to-city hops in Europe — the terminal sits about 4km from Old Town, with desks reached via a short walk or shuttle.
Downtown — Tallinn city center
Downtown desks suit visitors arriving by ferry from Helsinki who want a car mainly for day trips outside the compact, walkable Old Town.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Winter tire compliance | Included in winter-season rentals | Roughly December–February/March, when winter tires are legally mandatory |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €8–15/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €5–8/day | Per extra driver |
| Cross-border fee (Latvia/Lithuania) | €0–20 depending on company | Driving into neighboring Baltic states — confirm allowance at booking |
| Airport surcharge | ~10% of base rate | TLL airport pickup |
| Refundable deposit | €200–400 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Tallinn
- Estonia has no road-toll vignette, so a rental car can be driven freely on all national roads without extra toll stickers.
- Winter tires are legally required roughly from December through February/March whenever roads are icy or snow-covered; rental fleets are automatically fitted for the season.
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) is one of Europe's closest capital-city airports, just 4km from the medieval Old Town.
- Rural roads connecting Tallinn to smaller towns are generally well-maintained, but drivers should watch for wildlife crossings in forested stretches, especially at dusk.
- Estonia's road network makes it easy to combine Tallinn with day trips to Lahemaa National Park or a self-drive loop through the Baltic states via Latvia and Lithuania.
- Headlights must be on at all times while driving, day or night, across Estonia.
- Many visitors arrive by ferry from Helsinki and only rent a car in Tallinn itself, since a car isn't needed to explore the compact Old Town.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Tallinn
Do you need a car in Tallinn?
Not for the Old Town, which is fully walkable. A car becomes useful for day trips to Lahemaa National Park or onward travel into Latvia and Lithuania.
How far is Tallinn Airport from downtown?
About 4km, one of the shortest airport-to-city-center distances of any European capital.
Are winter tires required in Estonia?
Yes, by law during the winter season (roughly December to February/March) whenever conditions require them. Rental cars are automatically fitted.
Is there a road toll or vignette in Estonia?
No — Estonia has no nationwide road-toll vignette, so no extra toll sticker is needed for a rental car.
Can I drive from Tallinn into Latvia or Lithuania?
Yes, most rental companies allow cross-border travel within the Baltic states — confirm any cross-border fee or restriction when booking.
What is the cheapest car type in Tallinn?
Economy cars like a Toyota Aygo start around €22/day, among the most affordable rates in the EU.
Is it easy to combine Tallinn with a Helsinki trip?
Yes — many visitors take the ferry from Helsinki and rent a car only once in Tallinn, since central Helsinki and Tallinn's Old Town are both walkable.
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