Tunis - Carthage Intl. Airport (TUN) is the only airport near Tunis.

If you’re basing yourself in central Tunis, you’ll be there within moments after touching down at TUN. The terminal is only 6 kilometers from the downtown area.

A flight to Tunis means hitting the tarmac at Tunis Airport. Disembark the plane, grab your bags and you’ll be 6 kilometers from the downtown area.

There are a total of 23 airlines connecting Tunis to 54 airports across the world.

Tunis receives the highest number of flights from Tunisair, Transavia France and Air France with Tunisair being the favorite choice of carrier. Orly is the most popular city for travelers to take off from.

With around 460 nonstop flights operating every week, you’ll be touching down in Tunis before you have time to say, “Are we there yet?”

Flights to Tunis from Paris, Istanbul and Algiers airports are the most sought after.

If it’s Orly you’re leaving behind, you’ll be in the sky for around 2 hours and 27 minutes before you arrive in Tunis. Tarmac to tarmac from Istanbul takes approximately 2 hours and 56 minutes and from Paris, 2 hours and 26 minutes.

If you’d like to have some extra spending money on your trip to Tunis, listen up! As every experienced jet-setter will tell you, don’t leave booking until the last minute. Prices are often highest close to the departure date. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has several airports, you may be able to nab a great price by flying into one that’s farther away. And finally, don’t forget that the early bird catches the worm. Familiarize yourself with airfare costs and have your credit card ready to buy your ticket as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don’t last long.

If you’re not prepared, air travel can be tough. But there’s no need to panic. Follow these tips and tricks and enjoy a pain-free start to your time in Tunis.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having an amazing flight experience is to pack in advance. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, credit cards and medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help while away those hours, like some electronic devices or a few magazines. It’s also smart to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a clean T-shirt.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by security. Sharp or pointed objects, like your treasured pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosols and gasoline, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The goal here is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Dress in loose, breathable clothing and remember to pack a cardigan in case you get cold. Opt for flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your luggage.
• Unfortunately, one risk of long-distance flying is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To avoid this, take every opportunity to stretch your legs and walk around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are also a great idea to help minimize this risk.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will make your trip to Tunis a pleasure. We’ve compiled some useful tips and tricks for a speedy journey past security:

• Security personnel first need to determine that you have a valid passport and boarding pass before you can proceed any further. Have them ready to show.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Items such as your coat, belt and earphones need to go through the machine.
• All your electronic devices, including your laptop and phone, must also be scanned.
• Traveling with your favorite hand cream? No problem. As long as the volume is no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a clear zip-close bag, you can bring it with you on board.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several valuable minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers usually aren’t.
• Airlines won’t allow any pocket knives or other sharp items in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.