Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN): what you need to know
Tunis Carthage is eight hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to TUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and TUN:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Currently, R 6,329 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,883. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to TUN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SFO to TUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TUN instead:
Pick up a Tunis-Carthage International Airport rental car and explore Tunis Carthage and beyond with your own wheels. SGF, Budget and OtoQ are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Tunis-Carthage International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN) to central Tunis Carthage
From Tunis-Carthage International Airport, Tunis Carthage is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tunis Carthage in April.
The warmest month in Tunis Carthage is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Tunis-Carthage International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to TUN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tunisia
Tunis Carthage has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Tunisia you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres south of Tunis Carthage, a trip to Sousse will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Samara Beach, Blaset chaab and Rond Point Cléopâtre.
Around 137 kilometres south of Tunis Carthage, Kairouan is another favourite stop in Tunisia. No visit is complete without checking out DAR EL MRABET Maison Musée, Parc Siouri (détente promenade loisir) and Conservatoire.
