✓ Policy web-verified 2026-05-31
Tunisair uses a traditional route-based, weight-and-piece baggage system rather than the Light/Classic/Flex fare bundles common on low-cost carriers. What you get depends on your cabin (Economy or Business) and the route — flights to/from Europe and the Maghreb are more restrictive than the Middle East, West Africa, or North America, which carry two free checked pieces in Economy.
In Economy you get one cabin bag up to 8 kg, plus an under-seat personal item, plus a free checked allowance that scales by route. Business gets two cabin pieces (10 kg total) and an extra free checked bag. All figures below were verified against Tunisair’s official “Prepare your luggage” page in 2026.
Quick facts
| Cabin bag (Economy) | 1 piece, 8 kg, ~55 x 40 x 20-25 cm (max 115 cm total) |
| Cabin bag (Business) | 2 pieces, 10 kg total |
| Personal item | Under-seat, up to ~40 x 30 x 20 cm, free |
| Checked (Economy, Europe/Maghreb) | 1 x 23 kg free |
| Checked (Economy, Mid-East/W.Africa/N.America) | 2 x 23 kg free |
| Per-piece weight limit | 23 kg standard; up to 32 kg max |
| Per-piece size limit | 158 cm (L+W+H) |
| First extra checked bag | ~150-275 TND or 75-150 EUR (varies by route) |
| Excess weight (23-32 kg) | ~125-225 TND or 50-125 EUR |
Cabin bag & personal item
| Item | Allowance |
|---|---|
| Personal / under-seat item | Up to approx 40 x 30 x 20 cm, must fit under the seat. One free personal accessory (handbag, laptop bag or similar) for all passengers in addition to the cabin bag |
| Cabin / carry-on bag | Approx 55 x 40 x 20-25 cm; max 115 cm (L+W+H) including handles, pockets and wheels · 8 kg (Economy); 10 kg total for 2 pieces (Business) Free — included in all fares |
Checked baggage & fees
| Checked allowance | Economy: 1 x 23 kg (Tunisia/Europe, Algeria, Morocco) or 2 x 23 kg (Middle East, West Africa, North America, and connections via Tunisia). Business: 2-3 x 23 kg by route |
| Weight limit | 23 kg per piece standard; pieces up to 32 kg / 70.5 lb accepted as checked baggage |
| Typical fee | Free pieces per route as above; extras and overweight charged separately |
What each fare includes
| Fare | Personal | Cabin | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 1 under-seat item | 1 x 8 kg | 1 x 23 kg (Europe/Maghreb); 2 x 23 kg (Mid-East/W.Africa/N.America) |
| Business | 1 under-seat item | 2 pieces, 10 kg total | 2 x 23 kg (Europe/Maghreb); 3 x 23 kg (Mid-East/W.Africa/N.America/connections) |
What you actually get on a cheap fare
What Tunisair’s cheapest fare actually includes at deal prices: Unlike European low-cost carriers, Tunisair does not strip baggage out of its lowest fares. Even the cheapest Economy ticket comes with a 10 kg cabin allowance in practice, an under-seat personal item, and at least one free 23 kg checked bag — two free checked bags on Middle East, West Africa, North America, and via-Tunis connecting routes. That makes a cheap Tunisair Economy fare genuinely all-in for most travelers: no separate carry-on fee, no mandatory checked-bag add-on. The main cost trap is going over 23 kg per piece or adding a second bag on Europe/Maghreb routes, where extras run roughly 75-150 EUR (or 150-275 TND from Tunisia).
Oversize, sports & special items
Excess and extra baggage fees are charged per zone and direction of travel: in TND for departures from Tunisia and in EUR for departures elsewhere. As a guide, the first extra piece (up to 23 kg) is around 150-275 TND or 75-150 EUR; overweight on an existing piece (23-32 kg) is around 125-225 TND or 50-125 EUR; oversized pieces (158-203 cm) are around 150-275 TND or 75-150 EUR. Buying a prepaid extra bag online at least 24 hours before departure is cheaper (roughly 125-225 TND or 45-60 EUR), but Tunisair limits this to one prepaid extra bag per flight.
Per-piece limits: no single checked bag may exceed 32 kg / 70.5 lb or 158 cm (L+W+H), and a maximum of 10 hold pieces per passenger is allowed. Bags between 158 and 203 cm are accepted as oversize for a fee; anything above that must travel as cargo.
Sports and musical equipment (skis, golf clubs, bicycles, surfboards, instruments) is generally accepted within the standard checked allowance if within weight/size, otherwise charged as excess or oversize — declare bulky or fragile items in advance, as large instruments may require an extra seat. Always confirm exact fees for your specific route on Tunisair’s booking flow, as amounts vary by zone.
Frequently asked questions
How much cabin baggage can I take on Tunisair?
Economy passengers get one cabin bag up to 8 kg, and Business passengers get two pieces totaling up to 10 kg. The bag should not exceed about 55 x 40 x 20-25 cm (max 115 cm length + width + height including handles and wheels). Everyone may also bring one free under-seat personal item.
How many checked bags are free on Tunisair in Economy?
It depends on the route. Economy includes 1 x 23 kg on flights between Tunisia and Europe, Algeria or Morocco, and 2 x 23 kg on flights to the Middle East, West Africa, North America, and on connecting flights via Tunisia. Tunisia-Libya allows one 32 kg piece in Economy.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag on Tunisair?
Each checked piece can weigh up to 32 kg / 70.5 lb and must not exceed 158 cm in total dimensions (height + length + width). The standard free allowance is 23 kg per piece; heavier bags up to 32 kg are accepted but incur an overweight fee.
How much does an extra checked bag cost on Tunisair?
Fees vary by zone and direction. A first extra piece (up to 23 kg) is roughly 150-275 TND from Tunisia or 75-150 EUR from elsewhere. Prepaying online at least 24 hours before departure is cheaper (around 125-225 TND or 45-60 EUR), but only one prepaid extra bag per flight is allowed.
Does Tunisair charge for carry-on baggage?
No. Tunisair includes the cabin bag and a personal item in every fare, including the cheapest Economy tickets. There is no separate carry-on fee like on European low-cost airlines.
Can I bring sports equipment or a musical instrument on Tunisair?
Yes. Sports gear and instruments are accepted within your standard checked allowance if within weight and size limits; otherwise they are charged as excess or oversize baggage. Large instruments may need an extra seat, and bulky items should be declared in advance.
What are Tunisair's cabin bag dimensions?
Tunisair states the cabin bag must not exceed 115 cm in total (length + width + height) including handles, side pockets and wheels — roughly equivalent to 55 x 40 x 20-25 cm — with a weight limit of 8 kg in Economy.
How many checked bags can I take in Tunisair Business Class?
Business Class includes 2 x 23 kg on Europe and Maghreb routes and 3 x 23 kg on Middle East, West Africa, North America and connecting routes via Tunisia, plus a larger cabin allowance of two pieces up to 10 kg total.