Book flights from Muscat to Tunis with Qatar Airways
Whether you are travelling for business or pleasure, when you fly with Qatar Airways you can expect 5-star service, spacious and comfortable seats and an atmosphere of quiet sophistication from the moment you check in to the moment you arrive. All flights from Muscat to Tunis with Qatar Airways aspire to this high standard of luxury, and this is why we are known as one of the world’s best airlines.
Tunis, the vibrant capital of Tunisia, is a bustling cosmopolitan city and gateway to the rest of this fascinating country. The Tunisian capital is also a great tourist destination in its own right, where visitors can discover amazing sights, sounds and flavours. This remarkable destination is split into the old town or “Medina,” which is home to magnificent historical monuments, mosques and palaces, and the new town or “Ville Nouvelle” which has a more modern, cosmopolitan vibe.
Flying from Muscat
Muscat International Airport is a rapidly-expanding air transport hub that draws heavily on the design influences of Middle Eastern art.
Recent growth in passenger numbers has prompted a flurry of development, creating a more open, spacious departure area, and a greater choice when it comes to facilities, retail outlets and amenities. Qatar Airways flights from Muscat take you to destinations around the world in comfort.
Transportation and parking
Both short and long-term parking is available close to the main terminal. Parking attendants are on duty to help with any queries, and to ensure that all vehicles left in the car parks are safe and secure while the owners are away.
Pick-up and drop-off points are conveniently positioned right outside the terminal. Car hire is available in the main entrance hall, while regular buses arrive every few minutes. Buses stop on Sultan Qaboos Highway outside of the airport complex. Taxis are available, and a pre-booked limousine service is also available for passengers travelling with certain carriers.
Arriving in Muscat
Qatar Airways flights from Muscat depart from the main terminal. Check the screens as you enter the departures hall to find out which check-in desks are designated for your flight.
The Plaza Premium Lounge offers a relaxing, comfortable area for passengers while they wait for their flight to be called, with access to plenty of facilities and amenities.
Facilities and amenities
There are a number of ATMs and a Foreign Exchange Bureaus on site, as well as tourist information, porter services, prayer rooms and shower rooms. Duty-free shopping is available opposite Gate 4 on the ground floor, and a retail outlet selling a selection of magazines, books and goods is located near the east entrance. A choice of food outlets can also be found in the departures area, including Asian eateries, and cafés selling light snacks and coffee.
Arriving in Tunis
Tunisia’s capital city has been spared most of the usual tourism overload and is a truly vibrant and interesting city that blends its historical past with a 21st century future. The result is an eclectic location that welcomes both business and leisure travellers from all over the world.
It happily fuses its traditional culture with a modern vibe that appeals to more discerning visitors. Book a flight to Tunis with Qatar Airways and discover for yourself the energy and unique identity of this busy Mediterranean city.
Tourist attractions
Tunis is packed with historical monuments, from the Roman occupation of Carthage through to the beautifully preserved medina that originates from the 8th century. It is here that you’ll find the city’s main souq that, if you step away from the tourist trails (marked ‘touristique’), will immerse you into the local culture in an instant.
The medina is dominated by the magnificent Bab El Bahr or French Gate. If you’re looking for jewellery, head to the Gold quarter at Bab Bnet.
One of Tunis’ main landmarks is the magnificent Zitouna Mosque, which dates back to the 8th century although the unusual square minaret is a 19th century addition.
To get a better understanding of the culture and history of Tunisia, head for the Bardo Museum, which sits on the site of a 13th century palace and is also renowned for a stunning collection of Roman mosaics. For a more intimate experience, visit the Dar Ben Abdallah folk museum.
Travel Considerations
Flights to Tunis with Qatar Airways land at Tunis–Carthage International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Tunis please check the visa and passport requirements.