What is the IATA code for Tunis Airport?

The IATA code for Carthage is TUN.

Carthage (TUN) in Tunis, Tunisia. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

TUN

Carthage

Q: How to reach Tunis Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: There is no direct metro or rail connection to Tunis-Carthage Airport. Bus: Société des Transports de Tunis (TRANSTU) operates bus routes to the airport. Bus line 35 connects the airport to Tunis Marine station. The fare is approximately 1.00 Tunisian Dinar. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to Tunis city center is 10-15 Tunisian Dinars. Distance: Approximately 8 km from Tunis city center. Travel time is about 15-20 minutes without traffic, and 25-30 minutes during peak hours.

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Aéroport de Tunis-Carthage, Tunis, Tunisia

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ℹ️ About Carthage

Tunis-Carthage International Airport opened in 1940. It is operated by the Office de l'Aviation Civile et des Aéroports (OACA).

The airport handled approximately 6 million passengers in 2019. Its IATA code is TUN.

It serves as the main hub for Tunisair and Nouvelair, and is the busiest airport in Tunisia. There are plans for further expansion to increase capacity.

🏢 Terminals

Tunis-Carthage International Airport has one main passenger terminal. The terminal is divided into two levels: the ground floor for arrivals and the upper floor for departures.

There are several boarding gates, but the exact number is not publicly available. The airport underwent expansion and modernization projects in 2005 and 2007 to increase its capacity.

🚗 How to Reach Tunis Airport

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Metro/Rail

There is no direct metro or rail connection to Tunis-Carthage Airport.

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Bus

Société des Transports de Tunis (TRANSTU) operates bus routes to the airport. Bus line 35 connects the airport to Tunis Marine station. The fare is approximately 1.00 Tunisian Dinar.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A pre-paid taxi service is available. The approximate fare to Tunis city center is 10-15 Tunisian Dinars.

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Distance

Approximately 8 km from Tunis city center. Travel time is about 15-20 minutes without traffic, and 25-30 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Salon VIP is available for passengers. Access is typically through airline status or paid membership programs.

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Food & Dining

Several cafes and restaurants are available, including a few offering Tunisian cuisine. There are no confirmed 24-hour options.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops are available in the departure area. Several shops sell souvenirs, books, and travel accessories.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the 'Airport Free WiFi' network.

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Banking

ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

A medical service is available, but 24-hour availability is not confirmed.

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Other

Prayer rooms are available. Smoking zones are located outside the terminal building.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Short-term parking rates are approximately 1 Tunisian Dinar per hour. Long-term parking rates are approximately 10 Tunisian Dinars per day. Pre-booking is not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Purchase a TRANSTU bus ticket in advance to avoid delays when boarding bus

Negotiate the taxi fare with the driver before starting your journey to the city center.

Check the location of your boarding gate upon arrival at the airport, as gate changes can occur.

Use Tunisian Dinars for purchases within the airport to avoid unfavorable exchange rates offered by some vendors.

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