Direct (nonstop) flights from Tunis to Cairo

3 airlines fly nonstop from Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN) to Cairo International Airport (CAI). It's 1,305 miles (2,100 km), about 3h 5m in the air. Operated by Nouvelair Tunisie, EgyptAir, Tunisair.

TUN
Tunis–Carthage International Airport
🇹🇳 Tunis, Tunisia
CAI
Cairo International Airport
🇪🇬 Cairo, Egypt
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,305 mi
2,100 km
CO₂/pax
221 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Nouvelair Tunisie +2
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Nouvelair Tunisie Nouvelair Tunisie EgyptAir EgyptAir Tunisair Tunisair

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Nouvelair Tunisie BJ Nouvelair Tunisie
Route
TUN → CAI
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,305 mi
EgyptAir MS EgyptAir
Route
TUN → CAI
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,305 mi
Tunisair TU Tunisair
Route
TUN → CAI
Flight Time
3h 5m
Distance
1,305 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tunis to Cairo with one stop · direct emits 221 kg CO₂ per passenger

TUN MJI (Mitiga, Tripoli) CAI
Leg 1: 54m (322 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,086 mi) Total: ~3h 34m 🍃 268 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TUN → MJI
54m · 322 mi
View TUN to MJI flights →
Leg 2
MJI → CAI
2h 40m · 1,086 mi
View MJI to CAI flights →
TUN BEN (Benghazi) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 36m (660 mi) Leg 2: 2h (674 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TUN → BEN
1h 36m · 660 mi
View TUN to BEN flights →
Leg 2
BEN → CAI
2h · 674 mi
View BEN to CAI flights →
TUN MRA (Misurata) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (416 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (978 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TUN → MRA
1h 10m · 416 mi
View TUN to MRA flights →
Leg 2
MRA → CAI
2h 30m · 978 mi
View MRA to CAI flights →
TUN ATH (Athens) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 55m (758 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (687 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TUN → ATH
1h 55m · 758 mi
View TUN to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → CAI
1h 55m · 687 mi
View ATH to CAI flights →
TUN FCO (Rome) CAI
Leg 1: 1h 25m (358 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,337 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TUN → FCO
1h 25m · 358 mi
View TUN to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → CAI
3h 15m · 1,337 mi
View FCO to CAI flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tunis to Cairo?

A nonstop flight from Tunis (TUN) to Cairo (CAI) takes approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,305 miles (2,100 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tunis to Cairo?

3 airlines: Nouvelair Tunisie, EgyptAir, Tunisair.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tunis to Cairo?

Yes. 3 airlines: Nouvelair Tunisie, EgyptAir, Tunisair.

How far is Tunis from Cairo?

The flight distance from Tunis to Cairo is 1,305 miles (2,100 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Tunis and Cairo?

Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Tunis. (Africa/Tunis vs Africa/Cairo.)

What type of aircraft flies from Tunis to Cairo?

At 3h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Tunisia to Egypt?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Egypt embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tunis to Cairo?

Roughly 221 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,105 km.

Is the return flight from Cairo to Tunis also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tunis to Cairo?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Tunis–Carthage International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.