Tunis · Tunisia
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN) is situated approximately 8 km (5 miles) northeast of central Tunis. The airport consists of a main two-level terminal serving scheduled international flights, alongside a smaller secondary terminal primarily used for charter services. It serves as the principal air gateway to Tunisia and the primary hub for national carrier Tunisair.
Terminaux
- Main Terminal (Terminal 1)
- Handles almost all international and domestic scheduled flights across two main levels (arrivals on ground, departures on upper level).
- Terminal 2
- A separate facility located nearby, used mainly for charter operations, seasonal flights, and Hajj services.
Arrivée
Upon arrival at Tunis-Carthage, passengers proceed through passport control, collect baggage, and pass through customs before entering the public arrivals hall.
- Follow arrivals signage along the concourse to the passport control area.
- Present your passport and any required entry documents to border officials.
- Pass into the baggage reclaim area and check the flight display screens to identify your designated carousel.
- Collect your luggage and proceed to customs control for luggage scanning.
- Exit into the main public arrivals hall to access currency exchange desks, telecommunications shops, and ground transport options.
Se rendre en ville
Taxi
Yellow Taxi
Official municipal taxis available immediately outside the arrivals exit.
- Durée:
- Roughly 15 to 30 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- Typically 10 to 20 TND (daytime rate)
Bus
Public Bus (Transtu)
Local public bus connections linking the airport to central Tunis.
- Durée:
- Roughly 30 to 45 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- Typically under 2 TND
Bus
Private Transfer or Hotel Shuttle
Pre-booked transfer services offering direct transport to accommodation.
- Durée:
- Roughly 15 to 30 minutes
- Coût indicatif:
- Typically 40 to 80 TND depending on provider
Correspondances & transferts
Connecting passengers at TUN generally need to clear immigration, collect bags, and re-check in unless flying on a single ticket with automated baggage transfer.
- Follow transfer or arrivals signs upon disembarkation.
- If luggage is not checked through to your final destination, clear passport control, retrieve bags, and check in at the departure hall upstairs.
- Allow adequate connection time, as immigration and security lines can vary during peak hours.
- Check with your airline regarding transit requirements before departure.
Wi-Fi & connectivité
Wi-Fi access is available within the main terminal building, though network availability and speed may vary.
- Select the public airport Wi-Fi network from your device settings.
- Access may require submitting details through a captive portal page.
- Local SIM cards with mobile data can be purchased from telecom outlets in the arrivals hall as a reliable alternative.
Argent, cartes & pourboires
The Tunisian Dinar (TND) is a controlled currency that cannot be legally imported or exported in large amounts. Exchange facilities and ATMs are located in the arrivals hall.
- ATMs accepting major international cards are located in the arrivals zone.
- Currency exchange counters convert major foreign currencies into TND.
- Keep exchange receipts, as they are required if you need to convert unused Dinars back into foreign currency before departing Tunisia.
Restauration
Basic food and beverage options are located in both public landside and secure airside areas.
- Landside options include small cafés serving coffee, pastries, and sandwiches.
- Airside outlets offer light snacks, cold drinks, and hot beverages after security screening.
- Options are relatively limited compared to larger hub airports, so plan accordingly.
Salons & repos
Airline and independent lounge facilities are available in the departures area after security control.
- The Espace Privilege lounge serves eligible premium passengers and access scheme holders.
- Facilities generally include comfortable seating, light refreshments, Wi-Fi, and newspapers.
- Access depends on ticket class, frequent flyer status, or pre-paid lounge passes.
Hôtels d'aéroport
There are no hotels located directly inside the airport terminal, but several options exist within a 5-to-10-minute drive.
- Hotels are located nearby along the expressways toward Les Berges du Lac and central Tunis.
- Most nearby hotels can be reached via a short taxi ride.
- Confirm shuttle availability directly with your chosen accommodation prior to travel.
Bagages & douane
Baggage reclaim carousels are located in the secure arrivals hall after passport control.
- Check flight display screens in the hall to find your designated baggage carousel.
- Baggage trolleys are situated near the carousels for passenger use.
- Report missing or damaged luggage immediately to your airline's ground handling desk in the reclaim area.
Famille & accessibilité
Basic family amenities are available throughout the main terminal building.
- Restroom facilities include basic baby-changing amenities.
- Lifts connect the ground-floor arrivals area with the upper departures level for pushchair accessibility.
- Assistance for passengers travelling with young children can be requested from your airline.
Installations
- ATMs
- Currency Exchange Counters
- Telecom Outlets
- Cafés and Snack Bars
- Car Rental Desks
- Duty Free Shops
- Tourist Information Desk
Urgence & sécurité
Numéro d'urgence local: Police 197 | Ambulance 190 | Civil Defence 198
- Contact airport security or uniformed staff immediately in the event of an emergency within the terminal.
- First aid facilities are available on-site; ask airport staff to direct you to the medical post.
- If you lose your passport, notify airport security and contact your national embassy or consulate in Tunis.
Avant de partir
- Vérifiez la validité de votre passeport et tout visa, ETA ou déclaration d'entrée requis.
- Confirmez votre terminal de départ sur votre carte d'embarquement la veille.
- Activez une eSIM de voyage pour être en ligne dès votre atterrissage.
- Téléchargez des cartes hors ligne et faites une capture d'écran de l'adresse de votre hôtel et de votre référence de réservation.
- Informez votre banque de votre voyage et ayez une carte de paiement de secours.
- Enregistrez le numéro d'urgence local et les contacts de votre ambassade sur votre téléphone.
- Photographiez votre passeport et stockez la copie dans un endroit accessible hors ligne.
- Vérifiez la franchise de bagages et les articles restreints pour votre destination.
Sources officielles
Les opérations aéroportuaires changent. Confirmez toujours les terminaux, tarifs et horaires avec les sources officielles ci-dessous avant de voyager.
- http://www.oaca.nat.tn/Source aéroportuaire officielle
- https://www.interieur.gov.tn/Source gouvernementale
- https://www.douane.gov.tn/Source gouvernementale
- https://www.transtu.tn/Source de transport officielle
- http://www.santetunisie.rns.tn/Source gouvernementale
- https://www.discovertunisia.com/Source gouvernementale
Guide mis à jour le 14 septembre 2026
Les informations sur l'aéroport peuvent changer. Vérifiez les attributions de terminaux, les horaires, les tarifs, les conditions d'entrée et les heures d'ouverture auprès du fournisseur officiel avant de voyager.
Atterrissez connecté
Le Wi-Fi de l'aéroport est lent, limité dans le temps et peu privé. Une eSIM de voyage s'active avant votre vol, ainsi les cartes, les applications VTC et vos e-mails de réservation fonctionnent dès que vous désactivez le mode avion.
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