TAY - Tartu Airport
Tartu, Estonia
IATA Code: TAY · Tartu, Estonia
The airport code TAY is the IATA identifier for Tartu Airport. You may also find it referred to as Tartu Airport (TAY).
Tartu Airport (TAY) serves Tartu, Estonia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
TAY is the IATA airport code for Tartu Airport, located in Tartu, Estonia. The airport is situated at coordinates 58.3075°N, 26.6904°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- TAY
- City
- Tartu
- Country
- Estonia
- Timezone
- Europe/Tallinn
- Latitude
- 58.3075°
- Longitude
- 26.6904°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from TAY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PKV - Pskov | 116 km | $1,790 | $4/passenger |
| EPU - Parnu | 130 km | $2,006 | $4/passenger |
| TLL - Tallinn-ulemiste International | 163 km | $2,515 | $5/passenger |
| RIX - Riga | 223 km | $3,440 | $7/passenger |
| KDL - Kardla | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| HEM - Helsinki | 236 km | $3,641 | $7/passenger |
| HEL - Helsinki | 244 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| URE - Kuressaare | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| LED - St. Petersburg | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| DGP - Daugavpils | 263 km | $4,058 | $8/passenger |
| HYV - Hyvinkaa | 280 km | $4,320 | $9/passenger |
| UTI - Utti | 288 km | $4,443 | $9/passenger |
| HLJ - Barysiai | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| LPP - Lappeenranta | 315 km | $4,860 | $10/passenger |
| PNV - Panevezys | 317 km | $4,891 | $10/passenger |
| VLU - Velikiye Luki | 318 km | $4,906 | $10/passenger |
| QLF - Vesivehmaa | 320 km | $4,937 | $10/passenger |
| VNT - Ventspils | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| SQQ - Siauliai | 334 km | $5,153 | $10/passenger |
| TKU - Turku | 351 km | $5,415 | $11/passenger |
| MIK - Mikkeli | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| TMP - Tampere | 386 km | $5,955 | $12/passenger |
| LPX - Liepaja | 389 km | $6,001 | $12/passenger |
| KUN - Kaunas | 404 km | $6,233 | $12/passenger |
| KEV - Halli | 408 km | $6,295 | $13/passenger |
| VNO - Vilnius | 417 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| VTB - Vitebsk | 418 km | $6,449 | $13/passenger |
| SVL - Savonlinna | 423 km | $6,526 | $13/passenger |
| PLQ - Palanga | 426 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| VRK - Varkaus | 434 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| MHQ - Mariehamn | 436 km | $6,727 | $13/passenger |
| KLJ - Klaipeda | 438 km | $6,757 | $14/passenger |
| POR - Pori | 444 km | $6,850 | $14/passenger |
| JYV - Jyvaskyla | 458 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| KTQ - Kitee | 468 km | $7,220 | $14/passenger |
| VBY - Visby | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| MHP - Minsk | 497 km | $7,668 | $15/passenger |
| MSQ - Minsk 2 | 499 km | $7,699 | $15/passenger |
| LNX - Smolensk | 507 km | $7,822 | $16/passenger |
| JOE - Joensuu | 510 km | $7,868 | $16/passenger |
| BMA - Stockholm | 516 km | $7,961 | $16/passenger |
| KHJ - Kauhajoki | 519 km | $8,007 | $16/passenger |
| ARN - Stockholm | 524 km | $8,084 | $16/passenger |
| KUO - Kuopio | 526 km | $8,115 | $16/passenger |
| MVQ - Mogilev | 528 km | $8,146 | $16/passenger |
| SJY - Seinäjoki / Ilmajoki | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| KGD - Kaliningrad | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| GNA - Hrodna | 548 km | $8,455 | $17/passenger |
| KLD - Tver | 565 km | $8,717 | $17/passenger |
| NYO - Stockholm | 569 km | $8,779 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your TAY Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from TAY
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Tartu
Tartu has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through TAY
As a European airport, TAY falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via TAY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Tartu Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from TAY
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to TAY are PKV, EPU, TLL — consider these for potentially lower fares