How to get from Tunis to Istanbul
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We compared the ways to travel from Tunis to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1684 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1684 km
Tunis to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Tunis Carthage International Airport → Istanbul Airportflight
Nouvelair·2h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Tunis to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€98October 2026
€97Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Nouvelair; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Tunis to Istanbul works
Start with a BJ flight from Tunis to Istanbul, about 2h 50m. In total it's roughly €102 over 2h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Tunis to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Tunis to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Tunis?
About 1684 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Tunis to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €102 to €114. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Tunis to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 50m.
How long is the flight from Tunis to Istanbul?
About 2h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Tunis and Istanbul?
Tunis is TUN and Istanbul is IST, so this route is usually written TUN to IST.
Which operators run Tunis to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with Nouvelair.
What is the cheapest way to get from Tunis to Istanbul?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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