Tunisair Flights

The national airline of Tunisia, Tunisair, is owned and operated by the Tunisian government. Its headquarters is near Carthage International Airport in Tunis. The aircraft fly from Tunis airport to different parts of the world.

History

TunisAir was established in 1948 by the government of Tunisia. The airline started operation in 1949 with 4 Dakota DC3s the company acquired from the US Army. The airline started its first non-stop flight in 1956. In the next five years, the first jet-powered aircraft of TunisAir was inaugurated. In 1995, the company put its shares on the Tunis Stock Exchange. The airline became the first to buy Airbus A319 in Africa and the entire Arab World in late 1997.

Destinations

Tunis serves domestic and international passengers. The airline covers the continents of Asia, North America, Europe, and Africa. The list of the destinations served by TunisAir includes: {list_destinations}.

Fleet

As of 2017, Tunisia had a total of 30 aircraft in service with 6 pending orders. They have Airbus and Boeing. The airline currently has 16 Airbus A320-200s and 7 Boeing 737-600.

Check-in Procedure

Passengers who are travelling with Tunisair can complete their check-in online. You can visit the airline’s official website to get a selected seat and a boarding pass on your mobile. For people travelling in economy class, the check-in period starts 48 hours and ends 12 hours before departure. Mobile check-in is also available for those who’d like to reserve their desired seat. You don’t have to rush to the airport 3 to 4 hours before the departure once you have completed the check-in procedure online.

Hand and Hold Luggage allowance

Hand luggage allowance for TunisAir travellers depends on their travelling class and the TunisAir flight. As a general rule, you can carry hand luggage of up to 32 kgs, and they must be small and compact enough to fit the space underneath your seat easily. You are also allowed to bring one personal item, which could be a briefcase, a small handbag, or a kid’s bag.

Classes of service and Seats (size, space, comfort)

TunisAir offers two travel classes — economy class and business class. The economy class offers a backrest, spacious seats, and 1 hand luggage allowance. Business-class travellers get to bring 2 check-in luggage and one handbag. There is a spacious cabin area for guests who need to enjoy fine dining. There is sufficient legroom for taller people. Overall, TunisAir flights are quite comfortable, for both short-distance and long-distance travellers.

Services Onboard

There is an entertainment system available for people travelling in all classes of TunisAir. You can select from a wide range of movies, TV series, and programs available for online streaming. Read the magazines available in the aircraft to learn more about TunisAir, how it started, and its destinations. The food is served depending on the duration of the flight and the distance you are travelling. You get beverages, snacks, and meals every few hours. You could also request extra snacks or a beverage. Passengers can bring their personal devices for entertainment.