London to Tunis is a short North African hop with a non-stop option: Nouvelair and Tunisair fly it direct from Gatwick in under three hours. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return fare looks like in pounds, and when to book — whether you’re heading for Tunis, Carthage or the beaches of Hammamet and Sousse.
Route: London (LGW) → Tunis–Carthage (TUN)
Distance: approximately 1,790 km (1,112 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 2h 45m
Direct flights: Yes — Nouvelair and Tunisair fly non-stop from London Gatwick (around 8 flights a week between them), at £136–£162. One-stop options via Europe are slower and buy you almost nothing: the cheapest, Ryanair through Barcelona, was £130, and Air France through Paris £187–£257.
Fares from London to Tunis (GBP)
Tunis is a year-round city, but fares peak in the summer beach season (July–August), when heat, holidays and family visits push demand up. Spring and autumn are the sweet spot for weather and price, and winter is the quietest and cheapest. The figures below are typical economy return fares in pounds; the non-stop flights are usually the best value on this route.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low |
| February | — | low |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | medium (spring) |
| May | — | medium-high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | very high (peak) |
| August | — | very high (peak) |
| September | — | medium-high |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low-medium |
| December | — | medium (holidays) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, this route is remarkably flat: the direct fares sit at £136–£162 return, median £139, with a floor of £130 on a Ryanair connection through Barcelona. So there is little point holding out — anything under about £140 is as good as it gets, and the three-figure sums above £160 are what a Paris connection costs. Summer-peak fares can run higher, so book those early.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 2h 45m):
- Nouvelair — non-stop Gatwick → Tunis; Tunisia’s leading leisure carrier, usually the keenest fares.
- Tunisair — non-stop from Gatwick; the flag carrier, with a fuller service and generally a checked bag included.
One-stop (rarely cheaper, only worth it for connections):
- Air France via Paris, ITA Airways via Rome and Lufthansa via Frankfurt — useful if you’re connecting from elsewhere, but slower and seldom beat the direct fare.
Because the two direct carriers compete on this route, the non-stop from Gatwick is almost always both the fastest and the best-value choice. Keep an eye on Nouvelair’s sales for the lowest prices.
When to book & how to save
- Book 6–10 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares; summer-peak weeks (July–August) sell out early and are best booked further in advance.
- Travel in spring or autumn (April–May, September–October) for warm weather and lower fares than the July–August peak.
- Compare all-in with bags: Tunisair generally includes a checked bag, while Nouvelair’s lead fares may charge for one — add it in before comparing.
- Watch for package deals to Hammamet and Sousse, which sometimes undercut a flight-only fare in peak season.
- Fly midweek where you can — Tuesday-to-Thursday departures usually price a little lower than weekends.
Arriving in Tunis
Flights land at Tunis–Carthage International (TUN), only about 8 km northeast of the city centre. There is no train or metro link from the terminal; the simplest options are a metered yellow taxi (roughly £5–£10 to central Tunis — insist on the meter, or agree the fare first) or a pre-booked transfer. Public bus 35 runs to the city but is slow with luggage. Tunisia uses the dinar, and you cannot get it before you arrive, so plan to draw cash at the airport for the taxi.
Frequently asked questions
Are there direct flights from London to Tunis?
Yes. Nouvelair and Tunisair both fly non-stop from London Gatwick to Tunis–Carthage, with around 8 flights a week between them, at £136–£162. The non-stop takes about 2h 45m and is faster than any one-stop routing via Europe, and on price there is nothing in it: the cheapest connection we found, Ryanair through Barcelona, was £130, while Air France through Paris was £187 and up.
How long is the flight from London to Tunis?
The non-stop flight from Gatwick takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. One-stop itineraries via Paris, Rome or Frankfurt take much longer — typically 6 to 9 hours in total — and rarely save money, so the direct flight is the clear choice.
How much does it cost to fly from London to Tunis?
A typical non-stop economy return runs about £136–£159, median £139, with the directs spanning £136–£162. Our sample is mostly August and September and the fares held that band, so the summer premium is smaller than usually assumed. The dearest fare we found, £257, was an Air France connection rather than a peak-season direct.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Tunis?
January and February are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, returns started at £130 on a connection and £136 non-stop. Spring and autumn offer the best balance of price and weather; avoid July and August, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from London to Tunis?
Non-stop from Gatwick: Tunisair (£136–£162) and Nouvelair (£139, and behind nearly half the cheap fares). If you need to connect, Ryanair from Stansted or Luton via Barcelona was £130–£131 — the outright floor, though only a pound or two below a direct — and Air France from Heathrow or Gatwick via Paris £187–£257. ITA Airways (Rome) and Lufthansa (Frankfurt) also offer one-stop routings but did not appear among the cheapest. The connections really are slower and seldom cheaper than the direct flight.
Which airport do I fly into in Tunis?
You arrive at Tunis–Carthage International (TUN), the city’s main airport, about 8 km from the centre. It is well placed for Tunis, Carthage and Sidi Bou Saïd, and around an hour by road from the Hammamet resorts.
How far in advance should I book London to Tunis flights?
Aim for 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best short-haul fares. For the July–August summer peak, book earlier still — those flights fill up with holidaymakers and family travellers and rarely get cheaper close to departure.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Usually, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) tend to price a little lower than Friday-to-Sunday flights. Shifting your trip by a day or two, and avoiding the school-holiday weekends, is one of the easiest ways to trim the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
