Tunisair

Q: What are Tunisair's airline codes?

Tunisair's IATA code is TU , its ICAO code is TAR , and its callsign is TUNAIR . Its regional arm, Tunisair Express, uses the code UG .

TU TAR

Tunisair is the national airline of Tunisia, flying from Tunis to Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Canada. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Fidelys and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 43
Destinations: TUN
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The airline

About Tunisair

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Tunisair before travel.

Official name: Société Tunisienne de l'Air (Tunisair)
Callsign: TUNAIR
Country: Tunisia
Founded: 1948
Head office: Tunis, Tunisia
Alliance: None
Frequent-flyer program: Fidelys
Official website: tunisair.com

Tunisair, officially Société Tunisienne de l'Air, is the national airline of Tunisia. It was founded in 1948, began flying in 1949 and has its head office in Tunis. Tunisair is not a member of a global airline alliance, and its loyalty program is Fidelys. Its regional arm, Tunisair Express, flies ATR 72 turboprops on shorter routes.

The main hub is Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN). Tunisair also runs international flights from Monastir and Djerba, mostly to France and other European cities. The network covers France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Belgium, the United Kingdom and Turkey, North and West Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Montreal in Canada.

The fleet of about 14 aircraft in operation is made up of Airbus A319, A320 and A320neo jets, plus Airbus A330-200s for longer routes.

Network

Where Tunisair flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season, and some leisure routes from Monastir and Djerba run mainly in summer. Tunisair signed a codeshare agreement with Etihad Airways in January 2026; check the "operated by" line when you book.

France

Paris Orly, Marseille, Lyon, Nice, Toulouse and Bordeaux, with Paris Orly and Marseille also served from Djerba and Monastir.

Rest of Europe

Cities including Barcelona, Madrid, Milan, Rome, Brussels, Düsseldorf, London and Istanbul.

Africa and the Middle East

Casablanca, Cairo and cities in West Africa such as Dakar, Abidjan and Bamako, plus Jeddah and Medina in Saudi Arabia.

North America

Montreal, Tunisair's only route across the Atlantic, from Tunis.

Tunisair Express

Regional ATR 72 flights from Tunis to Malta and Palermo.

Aircraft

Tunisair fleet

Tunisair flies an all-Airbus fleet, with about 14 aircraft in operation in 2026. Tunisair Express operates ATR 72-600 turboprops. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A320 family

The A319, A320 and A320neo fly most routes to Europe, North Africa and West Africa.

Airbus A330-200

The wide-body A330-200 is used on longer and higher-demand routes.

Tunisair Express

ATR 72-600 turboprops on short regional routes such as Tunis–Malta and Tunis–Palermo.

On board

Tunisair cabin classes

Tunisair offers two cabins. Seats and services depend on the aircraft and route, so check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.

Business

The premium cabin, with a larger cabin-baggage allowance and priority services.

Economy

The standard cabin. Baggage allowance and change rules depend on the fare.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Tunisair baggage allowances depend on the cabin, the route and the fare.

Carry-on

Economy passengers can bring one cabin bag of up to 8 kg. Business passengers can bring two pieces totaling up to 10 kg. Each piece must measure no more than 115 cm (length + width + height), including wheels and handles.

Checked baggage

The allowance depends on the route, cabin and fare, and is shown in your booking. Each bag can weigh up to 23 kg or 32 kg depending on destination and cabin, and must measure no more than 158 cm in total.

Special items

Infants without a seat get one bag of up to 10 kg plus a folding stroller or car seat. Wheelchairs and mobility devices travel at no extra cost. Pets, golf bags and other sports equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Tunisair baggage page before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in on tunisair.com opens 24 hours before departure and closes 3 hours before. If you have checked bags, drop them at the Web & Mobile Check-in counter at least 60 minutes before departure.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
3 Check in
Check in online as soon as it opens. Unaccompanied minors, passengers with reduced mobility and travelers with pets check in at the airport.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and immigration.

Lounges

Tunisair has a lounge at Tunis–Carthage International Airport. Access depends on cabin, Fidelys status and itinerary, and lounge access can also be reserved on tunisair.com. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

Fidelys is Tunisair's loyalty program, launched in 1995. Members earn miles on Tunisair flights and redeem them for flights and other benefits. Program rules change, so check your account on the Fidelys site for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Tunisair's official services:

Tunisair website

tunisair.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Airport information

Departure boards at Tunis–Carthage and your departure airport show gate and time changes on the day of travel.

Where you land

Tunisair airports

In Tunis, Tunisair flies from Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN), close to the city center. Check the departure airport on your ticket, especially for flights from Monastir or Djerba, before you book a transfer.

Tunis–Carthage International Airport Hub

TUN · Tunis

Tunisair's main hub and home base since 1948, with flights to Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Montreal. Tunisair Express flights to Malta and Palermo also leave from Tunis.