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Sfax Thyna International Airport

Sfax, Tunisia

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Sfax Thyna International Airport

Sfax, Tunisia

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Gateway to Tunisia's second-largest industrial city.

Opened

1956

Location

Sfax, Tunisia

Sfax Thyna International Airport (IATA: SFA, ICAO: DTTX) serves Sfax, Tunisia's second-largest city and a major economic hub on the country's central Mediterranean coast. The airport handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting the region to destinations across North Africa and Europe. The facility is relatively modest in scale compared to Tunis-Carthage International Airport, but it plays an important role in supporting Sfax's significant commercial, phosphate-processing, and industrial sectors. Scheduled and charter services link the city to key European markets, particularly France and Italy, reflecting the Tunisian diaspora communities in those countries. Sfax Thyna is managed under the authority of the Office de l'Aviation Civile et des Aéroports (OACA), which oversees civil aviation infrastructure throughout Tunisia.

Terminals

The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.

Getting to & from

Ground transport from the airport into central Sfax is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles, as no dedicated rail or bus rapid transit link exists.

Airlines here

Tunisair is the primary carrier operating at Sfax Thyna, with seasonal European charter operators and regional airlines providing additional connectivity.

Notable facts

›The airport's name 'Thyna' refers to an ancient Roman site located near Sfax.
›It is one of several regional airports in Tunisia managed by OACA.
›Sfax is Tunisia's second-largest city and a major phosphate export hub, driving some cargo traffic through the airport.
›The airport has a single asphalt runway suitable for medium-haul commercial aircraft.
›European charter flights increase significantly during summer tourist seasons.

Wikipedia

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Gateway to Tunisia's industrial heart on the Mediterranean coast

Sfax Thyna International Airport serves Sfax, Tunisia's second-largest city and a major economic hub known for its olive oil production, phosphate industry, and historic medina. The airport, located approximately 7 kilometres southwest of the city centre near the Thyna district, handles a modest volume of domestic and limited international traffic. It plays a supporting role in connecting Sfax's business community and diaspora to Tunis and select European destinations.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all passenger arrivals, departures, and check-in functions for both domestic and international flights.

Ground Transport

Taxi from designated rank outside arrivals hall to city centre
Private car hire arranged through local agencies
Hotel shuttle services for select properties
Rental car desks available within the terminal

Nearby Hotels

Hôtel Les Oliviers Palace
Hôtel Thyna
Novotel Sfax Centre
Hôtel Syphax

Dining

Dining options inside the airport are limited to a small café and snack counter offering light refreshments and local pastries. The city of Sfax itself is renowned for its rich Tunisian cuisine, with numerous restaurants near the medina serving fresh seafood, couscous, and traditional brik. Travellers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport for longer waits.

Traveller Tips

Agree on a taxi fare before departure, as meters are not always used; the city centre ride typically takes 15 to 20 minutes.
Carry Tunisian dinars in cash, as card payment acceptance at smaller airport vendors can be unreliable.
Arrive early for international flights as check-in and security staffing can be limited during off-peak hours.
The airport has limited seating in the departure lounge, so plan your time accordingly during busy periods.

Official website

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Route map (4 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Afriqiyah Airways

Servicios de Transportes A

Libyan Arab Airlines

Tuninter

Routes

SFA → TIP8U · 320 319

SFA → MRA8U · 319

SFA → TIPFS · 319

SFA → CDGFS · 319

SFA → MRALN · CR9 320

SFA → TIPLN · CR9 320

SFA → BENLN · 320

SFA → TUNUG · CR9

SFA → BENUG · CR9

SFA → TIPUG · CR9

Aircraft operating here

Canadair Regional Jet 9005 routes Airbus A3204 routes Airbus A3194 routes

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