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Airport Overview

Tunis-Carthage international airport (IATA code: TUN / ICAO code: DTTA) serves Tunis (capital of Tunisia). Located eight kilometers northeast of Tunis, it was put into operation in 1940. The airport is named after the historic city of Carthage which is located east of the airport. When it was put into operation, the aerodrome was known as Tunis-El Aouina. Like the vast majority of Tunisian airports, the airport is managed by the Office of Civil Aviation and Airports (OACA). Tunis Airport acts as the base of operation for four airlines namely Nouvelair Tunisia, Tunisair, TunisAir Express and Jasmin Airways. Tunis Airport hosts more than 4 million passengers annually. The airport consists of one Main Terminal with over 30 airlines providing service to destinations in Africa, Europe and the Middle East. All ground handling is provided by Tunisair Handling, a 100% subsidiary of Tunisair, and security services are provided by the Police and the Customs.

Technical description

  • Date of commissioning:
    • El Aouina Terminal: 1940
    • Main terminal: 1972
    • Terminal II: 2006
  • OACA 2009 workforce: 778 People
  • Airport area: 820 ha
  • Terminal area: Main terminal: 57,448 m²
  • Terminal II: 5,500 m²
  • Passenger terminal capacity: 5,000,000 pax / year
  • Climate of the region: (C °) January: min. 6.9 max. 15.7 (C °) July: min. 19.7 max. 32.8
Airport Location and Details
Country Tunisia
Province or District Grand Tunis
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Airport Tunis (8 km)
Airport's Complete Name Tunis-Carthage Airport
Latitude

36.844565

Longitude

10.219883

Elevation (ft and m) 22 ft/7 m MSL
IATA Code TUN
ICAO Code DTTA
Managing Company or Airport Authority Office de l'Aviation Civille et des Aeroports (OACA)
Management Contact Person

Mr. Talel MAHFOUDH, Central Director

Aeronautical Information Service Air Navigation Center BP 137 - 147 1080 TUNIS CEDEX TUNISIE

Telegraphic address: OACA TUNIS

TEL : (+216) 71 754 000 - (+216) 71 755 000 - (+216) 71 848 000

FAX : (+216) 71 783 621

Telex : OACA 13809 – 13130

e-mail : tunisia-ais@oaca.nat.tn

Website: http://www.oaca.nat.tn/index.php?id=720&L=2

Open From 24H
Open To 24H

Airport Picture

Tunis-Carthage international airport is located approximately 10km northeast of the Tunisian capital. Access to the city center takes less than 15 minutes via boulevard Mohamed Bouazizi.

Description and Contacts of Key Companies

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Tunisia Airlines contacts list

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Runways

Tunis-Carthage Airport has two runways for taking off and landing planes (19/11 and 29/11). Its accommodation capacity amounts to 5 million travelers per year.

Airplane Parking Area

  • Number of positions: 46
  • Number of telescopic gateways: 9

Number of Runways

  1. Track 1: 01/19 3,200 X 45 M
  2. Track 2: 11/29 2 840 X 45 M

Runway 01/19

Runway Dimensions

10,499 x 148 ft (3,200 x 45 m)

Orientation

011°/191°

Surface

Asphalt

Runway 11/29

Runway Dimensions

9318 x 148 feet / 2840 x 45 meters

Orientation

111°/291°

Surface

Asphalt

Helicopter Pad(s)

DTP6 CARTHAGE: Area delimited by radials 074 ° and 097 ° of VOR / DME TUC and arcs DME 4NM and 6.5NM of VOR / DME TUC / Area delimited by radials 074 ° and 097 ° from TUC VOR / DME and DME arcs 4NM and 6.5NM from TUC VOR / DME

Helipad #1

Present (Yes / No)

YES

Largest helicopter that can land

YES

Width and Length (metres)

4000 ft /MSL GND / MSL

Surface

Entry prohibited / Entry prohibited: H24

Flying over the zone must be conducted at 6000ft / MSL or above / Flying over the zone must be conducted at 6000ft / MSL or above

Airport Infrastructure Details

Customs

YES

JET A-1 fuel

YES

Immigration

YES

AVGAS 100

YES

Terminal Building

YES

Single Point Refueling

YES

Passenger Terminal

YES

Air Starter Units

YES

Cargo terminal

YES

Ground Power (mobile)

YES

Pax transport to airfield

YES

Ground Handling Services

YES

Control Tower

YES

Latrine Servicing

YES

Weather Facilities

YES

Fire Fighting Category (ICAO)

YES

Catering Services

YES

De-icing Equipment

YES

Base Operating Room

YES

Parking Ramp Lighting

YES

Airport Radar

YES

Approach & Runway Lights

YES

NDB

YES

VOR

YES

ILS

YES


YES

Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator

Performance for 2019

Annual Figures

Monthly

Daily

Total aircraft movements

Approx. 34 00

3,750

125

Total passengers

Approx. .5,000,000

37 5000

12 500

Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS)

N/A

N/A

N/A

Performance for 2019

Annual Figures

Monthly

Daily

Total aircraft movements

Approx. 45, 000

3,750

125

Total passengers

Approx. 6,000,000

500,000

16,666

Total capacity of the airport (metric tonnes)

117,600 tonnes 

9,800

326.66

Current activity of the airport (metric tonnes)

117,600 tonnes 

9,800

326.66

Current use by Humanitarian flights (UNHAS)

 N/A

N/A

N/A

Link of Tunisia Customs guidance, Currency & Airport Tax regulations details

Airport Operating Details

The airport, first called Tunis-El Aouina, was renamed after the ancient city of Carthage located east of the runways.

On 820 hectares, the passenger and freight infrastructure is constantly being modernized to adapt to new standards of comfort and security as well as to cope with the uninterrupted growth of traffic: new equipment, new terminals, new gateways, computerization of procedures , video surveillance show the dynamism of Tunis airport.

Two tracks, one of 2840 meters and the other of 3200 allow a fluid circulation of the devices.

It’s operating as follows:

  1. Reception and orientation stands: available in the various parts of the airport open to the public. The reception staff can inform travelers and accompanying persons about their flight, transport, shops or the formalities to be completed. Do not hesitate to call on them. An office of the Tunisian Tourist Office is also there to assist you and advise you during your stay in Tunisia.
  2. ATMs & exchange: Holders of international bank cards (Visa, Mastercard) or cards issued by Tunisian banks can withdraw money from ATMs at the airport 24 hours a day. These distributors distribute banknotes in Tunisian dinars (TND). The airport post office also has a vending machine.

Several banks and financial institutions have a kiosk at the airport where you can carry out foreign exchange and / or banking transactions.

The hours of these establishments vary but exchange operations are available at any time.

  1. VIP lounges / lounges: Several lounges / VIP lounges are available to travelers seeking comfort and tranquility while awaiting their flight. Access is reserved for business and first-class passengers of certain airlines, those with an access card or those paying the price of entry. Various services are offered there such as Wi-Fi, a snack / bar, television and the international press.
  2. Tunisair Space Privilege lounge: located after the police checkpoint, this lounge offers a bar and catering as well as internet access. It is open to 1st and business class passengers from Tunisair, Air France, Lufhtansa, Emirates, Qatar Airways, EgyptAir, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, Alitalia, Air Algeria and Royal Jordanian.
  3. AVS lounges: AVS lounges in public or bonded areas (arrivals and departures) are accessible to members and holders of various subscription and access cards.
  4. Internet: Tunisia has several 4G operators selling SIM cards without subscription (<3 €, US $) and 3G USB keys allowing cheap and fast internet access on your PC, tablet or phone. These chips are available and can be activated in several shops at the airport, in particular in the Orange Tunisie, Ooredoo and Tunisie Telecom shops. The terminal also has several free public Wi-Fi accesses (limited free connection period) and a connection area in the lounges / VIP lounges.
  5. Shops press and duty free: Many shops are available within the airport, both in the international duty-free zone and in the main departure and arrival halls. Books, international press, souvenirs, crafts, ready-to-wear, postcards and stamps, telephony and electronics, perfumery, alcohol and tobacco, duty free Heinemann, are all products offered to travelers and their companions.
  6. Post office: To send letters, postcards and parcels, to buy stamps and to receive and send money orders, the post office at Tunis-Carthage International Airport is open 24/7. A cash machine is also available for withdrawing cash.

Airport Post Office: Tel: (+216) 70729401, Fax: 71750169

Poste-Colis Agency: Postal Complex (sorting center area, outside the airport), boulevard du Mohamed Bouazizi (ex 7 November), 2035 Tunis Carthage. Tel: (+216) 71 940 578/71 940 578

Hours: Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. - 5.30 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

  1. Police Security: Tunis Airport is constantly concerned with the safety of passengers and aircraft. The airport police station listens to all travelers. Security guards also ensure compliance with international standards. You can call on them to report any activity that you think is suspicious. In addition, we remind you that leaving luggage unattended can lead on the one hand to its destruction and on the other to prosecution against person. Anyone can contact the border police of Tunis-Carthage airport at the following numbers: (+216) 71 574 000/71 780 859
  2. Baggage packing: In order to strengthen and protect your luggage from bumps, theft or scratches, a paid suitcase packing service is available near the check-in counters at Tunis-Carthage airport. This service is offered to passengers at the fixed price of 5 Tunisian dinars per packaged baggage.
  3. Call center: It is possible to obtain information on departures, arrivals, delays and other information by calling the airport by telephone: (+216) 71 848 000/71 115 800/70 102 100
  4. Luggage scale: Airlines traveling to or from Tunisia each impose a different baggage allowance. It is important that each traveler complies with this, otherwise he will be charged the payment of excess baggage charges which may prove to be significant. It is therefore recommended to weigh your luggage before going to the airport. It is however possible to weigh them on the scales available for registration in order to lighten them if necessary.
  5. Baggage size: Each company has its own checked baggage policy. Most of the time, baggage weighing more than 32kg is prohibited. In addition, the maximum size of suitcases should in principle not exceed 158cm (height + width + length). Any oversized baggage may incur additional costs or be refused by the company. Just like baggage traveling in the hold, cabin baggage must respect a maximum size and weight. The companies offer templates in the check-in hall in which to slip your cabin baggage to see if it meets the standards in force. Some passengers attempt to board other baggage than that validated by the gauge at the time of boarding. They risk being denied boarding of this baggage or the payment of excess baggage in addition to delaying takeoff to the detriment of all travelers.
  6. Last minute tickets: Passengers who have not had time to buy their plane ticket or who have missed their flight have the option of buying their trip on site (at generally higher prices). Correspondents from different travel agencies can offer them these services.
  7. Prayer areas: A prayer space is available in the two terminals of the airport.
  8. Health: To ensure the comfort of its travelers and visitors, Tunis Airport offers a medical service (doctors on call, first aid and ambulances) for health emergencies (public hall, arrival area).
  9. In addition, a pharmacy is located on the 1st floor of the main public hall. It is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  10. Baggage disputes/claims: In the event of loss, theft or damage related to baggage carried by travelers, you can go to the litigation office located near the baggage claim area.
  11. Bar and catering: The airports have bars / restaurants operating in the public areas of different terminals and in the bonded area / boarding area. You can eat there or consume various drinks, sodas or mineral waters. Fast food (sandwiches) is also available 24 hours a day.


Operating Details

Maximum sized aircraft which can be offloaded on bulk cargo:

No Restrictions

Maximum sized aircraft that can be offloaded on pallet

No Restrictions

Total aircraft parking area (m²)

820 ha (57 448 m²)

Storage Area (MT)

315 MT (694,000 lbs)  

Cubic Meters (m³) 

315,000

Cargo Handling Equipment Available (Yes / No)

Yes  

If "Yes" specify below 

Elevators / Hi Loaders (Yes / No)

Yes 

Max Capacity (MT) 

45 

Can elevators / hi loaders reach the upper level of a B747 (Yes / No)

Yes

Loading Ramps (Yes / No)

Yes 

Storage Facilities

Capacity: 315 tonnes (694,000lbs), Warehouse 12 100m² (130 243sq ft), Bonded Warehouse, Transit Zone, Mechanical Handling, Air-Conditioned Storage, Refrigerated Storage, Deep Freeze Storage, Mortuary, Animal Quarantine, Health Officials, Security for Valuables, Fumigation Equipment, Dangerous Goods, Radioactive Goods, Very Large/Heavy Cargo, Express/Courier Centre, Cargo Terminal, Handling Equipment.

Airfield Cost

Navigation Charges

Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg)

Navigation (per journey)

USD - $

Landing

USD - $

Night Landing

USD - $

Night Take-Off

USD - $

Parking

Handling Charges

0

7,000

-

50

60

60

1.50 USD per HR

-

7,001

136,000

-

1100.5

60

60

30 USD per HR

-

136,001

and over

-

2600

60

60

70 USD per HR

-

Note 1: Night landing hours are between 18h00 – 06H00 hours

Note 2: Parking charges are for each 1 hours or part therof $0.4 from the second hour.

Note 3: All of these charges are administered by the OACA and are the same for all airports

Fuel Services Charges

The costs of refueling JET A1 is provided only to customers at signatory of contract.  SNDP is also present at Enfidha airport through the Aviation Fuel Storage Company "SSCA" in which it holds 35% of its capital.  The product JET A1 in Tunisia meets the requirements of the specifications imposed in the Aviation Fuel Quality Requirement for Operated System (AFQRJOS). All depots apply the international regulations in force, in particular the IATA regulations on aircraft safety and refueling. Two types of payment are acceptable by the Companies whether by CASH or by CREDIT. When it’s agreed to pay by credit, the customer should deposit a certain amount which varies according the quantity the customer will consume per week/month, etc.


Price per Unit

Jet A-1

1.47 USD / LTR

Avgas

Grade 100 LL , 3.03 USD

Cargo Terminal Charges

Import

Rate US$ / kg

Handling Charge per kg

$0.6 per Kg

Break Bulk Fee

n/a

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

Strong Room – per consignment

n/a

Cold Storage Fee

n/a

Delivery outside normal working hours

06h00 -17h30

Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt

n/a

Storage per kg per day – Grace period? hours

n/a

Export

Rate US$ / kg

Handling charges – Unpalletized cargo

n/a

International Air WayBill

$25 per AWB

Local Air WayBill

n/a

Air Way Bill Amendment – Cancellation

n/a

Air Way Bill Documentation

n/a

Diplomatic Mail

n/a

Storage charges per kg per day

n/a

Air-bridge Charges

The air bridge is authorized by the airport authority and is determined by the concession which variable from $ 100 to $110 for International Flights. The aircraft exempted to pay are the one making stopovers by exceptional cases.

Security

Code IATA: TUN LEVEL SAFETY FIRE AND RESCUE PROTECTION,

  • assured Level: 9 Vehicle massive attack
  • 3 Vehicle first response: 1 Position fixed command & 1 Mobile Command Post
  • 1 AIRCRAFT PARKING Number of posts
  • 46 Number of telescopic bridges
  • 9 NUMBERS OF TRACKS:
  • 2 Track 1
  • 01/19 3200 X 45 M 2
  • Track: 11/29 2840 X 45 M RADIO AIDS TO NAVIGATION AIR VOR, DME, ILS, RADAR PRIMARY, SECONDARY RADAR, ETC.

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