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About Tunisair

IATA code

TU

ICAO code

TAR

Tunisair headquarters

Tunis - Tunisia

Main operational airport

Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN)

Number of destinations covered by Tunisair Airlines

Around 46 destinations

Most popular destination

TUN - JED - IST - CAI

Most popular routes

JED - TUN, IST - TUN, TUN - IST, DXB - TUN

Year of establishment

1948

Parent company

Tunisair

Popular fleet

Airbus A330, Airbus A320, Boeing B737-600, Airbus A319

Tunisair website

www.tunisair.com

Contact number of Tunisair

(00216) 71 942 322

Tunisair is the national flag carrier of Tunisia. The airline has grown to become one of North Africa's leading airlines. With Tunisair bookings, travelers can sign up for its frequent flyer program, Fidelys, and benefit from a wide range of rewards.  

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Tunisair Historical Highlights:

Year

Event

April 1949

4 Dakota (DC3) were purchased from the US Army.

1954

The first DC 4 was received.

1956

The 2nd DC 4 was received. 

The first non-stop flight, "Tunis-Paris," was launched. 

Tunisair celebrated carrying 100,000 passengers, with a net profit of 114 million francs.

1970s

The first Boeing 727-200 joined the fleet. 

New routes were introduced, such as Cairo, Jeddah, London, Kuwait, Vienna, Luxembourg, and Scandinavia.

1979 

2 Boeing 737-200  joined the fleet.

1981

2 more Boeing 737-200  joined the fleet to be a total of 4 aircraft of this model.

1982

Airbus A-300 was received. 

Tunisair extended its network to over 22 European and 12 Arab & African destinations.

1988

8 A 320 and 4 B737-500 were ordered. 

1992

Tunisair's first subsidiary, Tuninter, was founded to operate between regional and domestic destinations. 

1993

New routes to West European destinations were introduced: Prague, Moscow, Lisbon,  Budapest, Warsaw, Bratislava, Beirut, and Stockholm.

1995

The business class "Espace Privilège" and "Fidelys" were formed. 

1997

Tunisair carried 3 million passengers in one year. 

1998

Tunisair has carried a total of 50 million passengers since its establishment. 

15 aircraft of A 320 and B 737 families were ordered. 

1999

Tunisair signed a code share agreement with Air France.

2000-2002

3 Airbus A 300-600, 4 Boeing B 737-600, and 2 Airbus A 320 were delivered.

2003

the Aviation Training Centre of Tunisia (ATCT) was created. 

2006

2 direct routes were introduced to Benghazi, Dubai, Bamako, Abidjan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

2007

2 Airbus A319 (1 new A319 ER and a 2nd retrofitted A319) joined the fleet. 

Tunisair launched a new subsidiary, Mauritania Airways, for domestic & regional flights in West Africa and international flights between Paris & Nouak Chatt.

Tunisair ordered 16 aircraft (10 A 320, 3 A330, and 3 A 350) besides an option for another 3 (2 A320 and 1 A350).

Tunisair signed an industrial partnership with Airbus, 

2009

Tunisair has transported a total of 3,556,513 Passengers and 9,646 Tonnes of Freight.

Tunisair Fleet

Tunisair operates a fleet of 29 aircraft, including 22 Airbus and 7 Boeing.

Aircraft Type

Number of Aircraft

Airbus A330

2

Airbus A320

16

Airbus A319

4

Boeing B737-600

7

Tunisair services for Economy Class and Business Class

Economy Class

  • Cabin Baggage
  • Meals
  • Seat selection

Business Class

  • Seat selection
  • Luxurious seats
  • Broad armrests 
  • Spacious cabin area
  • Delectable menus
  • Dedicated check-in counters at Tunis Carthage Airport
  • Access to lounge
  • Priority baggage delivery

Tunisair Baggage Allowance

Checked Baggage

Tunisair follows the Piece Concept policy, with a maximum of 10 bags per passenger. 

The following is the checked baggage policy for: 

  • EUROPE/AFRICA/MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AMERICA via TUNISIA.
  • TUNISIA/NEAR and MIDDLE EAST & WEST AFRICA, including Mauritania).

Business 

Economy

3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)

2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)

Carry-on Baggage

Business

Economy

2 Pieces

10 Kg (Overall weight)

1 Piece

8 Kg

Carry-on baggage mustn't exceed 115 cm (45.28 inches, including pockets, handles, and wheels).

For the full baggage policy, check the official website.

Tunisair Check-in Information

Tunisair online check-in is available between 24 and 3 hours before the scheduled departure. Cancellation is also allowed within 3 hours before the scheduled departure.

Only passengers with e-tickets are eligible to check in online. Moreover, you won’t be able to benefit from this service if you are:

  • Unaccompanied minor (UM)
  • With reduced mobility (PRM) 
  • Traveling with an animal

After checking-in online, passengers with checked baggage should head to the Web & Mobile Check-in counters to drop off their luggage and receive the boarding pass (at least 60 minutes before departure). On the other hand, passengers with only carry-on baggage can head directly to the boarding gate.*

*Tunisian airports demand counter check-in for all passengers. 

FAQs for Tunisair

  • Does Tunisair allow web check-in?

    Yes, Tunisair allows web check-in.

  • Does Tunisair provide online seat selection?

    Yes, Tunisair offers online seat selection at a nominal fee or free. It depends on your flight booking.

  • Can I cancel my flight on Tunisair?

    Almosafer would help you with cancellations. Make sure to check our cancellation policy before making any changes. Furthermore, Cancellation information can be found via your booking details.

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  • Does Tunisair offer priority boarding?

    Tunisair provide priority boarding to business and first-class passengers, passengers with frequent flyer status or loyalty program members, and passengers with disabilities or special needs.

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