Sfax Thyna International Airport serves Tunisia's second city by population, an important industrial and commercial centre on the eastern coast.
Daily national connections with Tunis operated by Tunisair Express.
How to get to Sfax Thyna International Airport
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Average travel time to SFA
Parking near Sfax Thyna International Airport
The parking lot, not large, is positioned in front of the terminal.
Rates do not depart from those typical of the region.
How to get to Sfax from SFA
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Car rental at Sfax Thyna International Airport
Some car rental companies operate with a dedicated counter in the arrivals area.
You need license, passport and credit card; in most cases, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is also required.
Hotels near Sfax Thyna International Airport
Sfax Ouest, close to the airport
The Borj Dhiafa is just 3 km from the airport (free pick-up included); the Ibis Sfax is about 7.6 km away, 13 minutes by car.
Best for: Business trips and short layovers, when staying a few minutes from the terminal matters.
- The shortest transfer in the whole guide for Sfax: just a few minutes even without booking a taxi in advance
- Free airport pick-up included with at least one of the properties in the area
- A residential and industrial district, with little to do on foot in the evening outside the hotels
- For the Kasbah and the historic port you still need a 10-15 minute ride towards the centre
Recommended hotels
- Borj Dhiafa About 3 km from the airport on route de Soukra, with free airport pick-up included; indoor pool, spa and three restaurants, reviews praising cleanliness and breakfast. View availability
- Ibis Sfax Budget chain on avenue Majida Boulila, in Sfax Ouest, 13 minutes from the airport and a few steps from the Taieb M'hiri stadium. View availability
City centre and port
6-8 km from the airport, 15 minutes by taxi; no direct public shuttle from the terminal.
Best for: Those who want the Kasbah, the medina and the historic port within walking distance, with more choice of restaurants.
- Kasbah, the Great Mosque and the archaeological museum reachable on foot from the hotels in the centre
- More real urban life than Sfax Ouest, with bars and restaurants open until late
- City traffic at rush hour, especially on avenue Habib Bourguiba
- A more limited offer of international hotels than in Tunis: most properties are locally run
Recommended hotels
- BUSINESS HOTEL SFAX On avenue 5 Août, right in the centre, 1.3 km from the Great Mosque and the Kasbah; buffet breakfast on the ninth floor and a panoramic terrace on the eighth with sea views, in-house nightclub. View availability
- Concorde Sfax Centre In the heart of the city, 5 minutes on foot from the station and 300 metres from the Sfax international trade fair; 130 rooms and two restaurants. The property has changed brand several times over the years (Golden Tulip Sfax, then Concorde, now also marketed as Occidental/Hotel Sfax Centre): check the name in use at the time of booking. View availability
- Hotel El Layeli On rue Ali Bach Hamba, close to the port and the medina, 7 km from the airport; a simple but clean hotel, in a lively commercial area. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal, of modest size, handles daily domestic connections to Tunis operated by Tunisair Express.
The recommended time before departure for flights is 2 hours.
Map of Sfax Thyna International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Sfax the second city of Tunisia?
Yes, by population, an important industrial and commercial center on the country's eastern coast.
Q. Are there direct flights Sfax-Tunis?
Yes, daily domestic connections operated by Tunisair Express.
Q. How far is the center of Sfax from the airport?
About 8 km, a 15-minute taxi ride.
Q. Does Sfax have direct international flights?
Mainly domestic connections; for Europe it's often better to connect through Tunis.
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