Istanbul to Tunis (IST–TUN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–TUN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines, Tunisair and Nouvel Air Tunisie lead the route. The flight covers 1,036 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 23 | 31Y, 32B, 32Q, 73H | 2h50-2h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| TU Tunisair | 12 | 320 | 2h50-2h55 | – | – | – |
| BJ Nouvel Air Tunisie | 8 | 320 | 3h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · TUN: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Tunis.
Turkish passport holders enter Tunisia visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at immigration.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–TUN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to TUN
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines, Tunisair and Nouvel Air Tunisie. With 43 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to TUN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to TUN is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,036 miles (1,668 km). There are approximately 43 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 86 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Malta, Mitiga and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.