Djerba-Zarzis International Airport serves the homonymous island in southern Tunisia, a celebrated beach and cultural destination with a historic Jewish community.
There are no ride-hailing apps on the island: yellow taxis waiting outside the terminal are the most direct option.
How to get to Djerba Zarzis International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to DJE
Parking near Djerba Zarzis International Airport
The compact parking lot occupies the space directly in front of the terminal.
Rates are in line with island destination standards.
How to get to Djerba from DJE
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Car rental at Djerba Zarzis International Airport
Only some car rental operators have a counter at arrivals.
Basic documents are license, passport and credit card, plus the IDP in most cases.
Hotels near Djerba Zarzis International Airport
Mezraya and Sidi Mahrez (tourist area)
20-25 km from the airport: the Radisson Blu in Mezraya is about 20 minutes by car, while the Iberostar Mehari, further north towards Sidi Akkour, needs 30-40 minutes; no direct public bus link, only taxi or private shuttle.
Best for: Those who want the beach, pools and services of an all-inclusive resort, accepting a 25-40 minute transfer from the terminal.
- White sand beaches and resort services (pools, thalassotherapy, entertainment) concentrated in this one coastal strip
- Far from the traffic of Houmt Souk, with large gardens and palm groves around the hotels
- An area designed for staying inside the resort: outside the hotels there are mostly other similar complexes
- For the market and historic centre of Houmt Souk you always need a 20-30 minute taxi
Recommended hotels
- Radisson Blu Athénée Palace Resort & Thalasso, Djerba On the beach of the Zone Touristique in Mezraya, in the municipality of Midoun, about 20 minutes from the airport; thalasso centre amid palms and gardens, among the best-known chain resorts on the island. View availability
- Iberostar Waves Mehari Djerba Resort on the sandy beach of Sidi Akkour, 6 km from Midoun but 18 km from the centre of Houmt Souk: more isolated than the other resorts in the area, useful only if you don't plan on leaving the hotel often. View availability
Houmt Souk
About 9 km from the airport, 15-20 minutes by taxi for 15-25 dinars; no direct bus from the terminal.
Best for: Those who want the market, the port and the white houses of the main town, with evening life on foot.
- Market, port and the Musée du Patrimoine reachable on foot, with restaurants open until late
- More real urban life than the resort strip, useful for those not looking only for the beach
- No resort-level private beaches: for the sea you need the villages of the tourist area, 20-30 minutes away
- Hotel offer more tied to Dars and guesthouses than to large international chains
Recommended hotels
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Terminal guide
The terminal handles strong seasonal tourist traffic, including direct routes from Europe.
The recommended safety margin for international flights is 2.5-3 hours.
Map of Djerba Zarzis International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is there Uber or Bolt in Djerba?
No, as in the rest of Tunisia there are no ride-hailing apps: the yellow taxis outside the terminal, available 24 hours a day, are the most direct option.
Q. Does Djerba have a historic Jewish community?
Yes, the island is home to one of the oldest Jewish communities in North Africa, with the historic El Ghriba synagogue.
Q. Is it a good idea to exchange all Tunisian dinars before leaving Djerba?
Yes, the Tunisian dinar is not an exportable currency: exchange your remaining cash at the airport or a bank before departure, since you won't be able to convert it outside the country.
Q. Does Djerba have direct flights from Europe?
Yes, numerous direct seasonal connections, given the island's strong tourist appeal.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
