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Flying From Tunis-Carthage International Airport in Tunis

The airport that serves the capital city of Tunisia is called Tunis-Carthage International Airport. As many as 23 airlines use this airport for both international and domestic flights, so just about any of the cheap flights to Tunis available through Orbitz.com will take off from here.

Parking at Tunis-Carthage International Airport

There are a total of 3,000 parking spaces available at Tunis-Carthage Airport. Most are located near Terminal 1, and there are 500 parking spaces near Terminal 2. Prices are the same for all spaces. They start at 0.75 dirhams per hour for the first 12 hours, and a 3.50 dirham charge is added every 24 hours after that.

Getting to Tunis-Carthage International Airport

The airport is located seven miles from the city of Tunis, and options for public transportation include the SNT shuttle buses, which cost 0.75 dirham per ride. Luxurious, air-conditioned TUT shuttles cost 1.10 dirhams. Both shuttles stop at central locations in the city and take between 20 and 30 minutes to arrive at the airport. Taxis charge about five to eight dinars for the trip from the center to the airport, depending on the amount of luggage and time of day.

Restaurants at Tunis-Carthage International Airport

The departures hall at the Tunis-Carthage International Airport features restaurants you can access before you complete your security check, as well as cafes you can visit near the airport gates. Each restaurant offers Tunisian culinary specialties, including sweet coffee and pastries. Book your cheap flights from Tunis on Orbitz.com.

Istanbul Area Airports

Orbitz.com offers cheap flights to Istanbul and vacation packages that let you explore this fascinating city, which spans two separate continents. The main airport for the city, Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, is located on the European side of the city, about 24 kilometers from the downtown area. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 35 kilometers southeast of the city center. Istanbul Atatürk International Airport handles flights from over 70 airlines, including British Airways, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air France. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport serves over 30 airlines, including Sky Airlines, EasyJet, Turkish Airlines, and SunExpress.

Getting to the Airport

From Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, arriving visitors can opt to take the metro train or sea bus into Istanbul. The Sabiha Gokcen airport shuttle makes regular trips from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to various points within the city, and it costs 10 euro per person. Visitors can also get into the city from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport via sea bus or public bus. Both airports are also accessible via taxi.

Weather Conditions in Istanbul

In the summer, high temperatures average around 82 degrees Fahrenheit in June and July and drop to lows of around 65 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Rain is uncommon in the summer, although the humidity remains high during the summer months. Winters are often cold and snowy. In January, temperatures average between 37 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to be mild, and the bargain prices offered during these seasons make them ideal for a visit.

Vacationing in Istanbul

Take in a bit of history with a visit to Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, or one of the many Ottoman mosques scattered throughout the city. Archaeology museums are another popular attraction, or you can get tickets for a cruise on the Bosphorus to get a view of the city from the water. Once you know the sights you want to see in Turkey, check out Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Istanbul at any time of the year.