$140 Cheap flight deals from Algiers (ALG) to Tunis (TUN)

Algiers Airport in Algeria

Orbitz.com has info about discount domestic flights around the world, including cheap flights from Algiers. Houari Boumediene Airport, also known as Algiers Airport, is conveniently located just 10.5 miles from downtown Algiers. Passengers can choose domestic and international flight options from many familiar airlines, including Air France, Turkish Airlines, and Iberia.

Parking and Transportation around the Airport

Park your car in the spacious parking lot located at Algiers Airport before your flight departs. There are more than 7,000 spaces available for cars, trucks, and vans. Daily, hourly, and weekly parking options are available.

If you need transportation before you leave for your trip, take advantage of the buses or subway system. Both travel throughout Algiers and make stops near stores and restaurants around the area.

Food and Drinks in Algiers

Enjoy a delicious Algerian meal before your flight. Grab some hot coffee at Havana, or stop by Le Bernais for an authentic French meal. The Milk Bar is a nice choice for travelers craving croissants or creamy beverages. Many of the restaurants in the area require reservations, so you may want to research the restaurant of your choice in advance. Orbitz.com can help you locate restaurants in the area, and the site also has schedules and ticket information on cheap flights from Algiers.

Tunis-Carthage Airport

Booking flights to Tunis is easy with Orbitz.com. Just enter your destination, and Orbitz will recommend flights that fit your needs. Tunis-Carthage Airport, also referred to as Tunis Airport or Carthage International Airport, is the main airport in Tunis and is considered to be the premier airport in the country. It is roughly four miles northeast of the city center. Among the airlines serving Tunis Airport are TunisAir, SevenAir, Nouvelair Tunisia and Tunisavia. Lufthansa and Air France are its major international carriers.

Transportation from the Airport

The SNT bus line provides an easy ride from the airport to the city center. Another bus line, the TUT, offers a more luxurious ride to and from the airport for a slightly higher fare. Car rental services can be booked right at the arrival hall. Arriving passengers can choose from Avis, Budget, Hertz and Sixt. Metered taxis are also available just outside the terminal. Make sure that the meter fare is turned on, otherwise you might pay extra.

Weather in Tunis

The climate of Tunis is typical of the Mediterranean: It's warm and dry during the summer and cold and wet during winter or rainy season. Summer temperatures, especially from April to August, can reach 40 degrees Celsius, but the cool breeze coming from the sea can ease the heat. November through March is the best time to visit the city, as the heat dissipates during these months. A holiday weather planner can be useful before you check into the city.

Major Attractions of Tunis

Most travelers in Tunis visit the medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The medina of Tunis comprises of about 700 ancient monuments, mosques, mausoleums, fountains and madrasas that date back to as early as 723 AD. Other major attractions in the city are the Bardo Museum, the ruins of Carthage and the many cathedrals and mosques. Check budget flights to Tunis with Orbitz.com, and discover the ancient history of this fascinating city.