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Gateway to Tunisia's second-largest industrial city.
Opened
1956
Location
Sfax, Tunisia
Sfax Thyna International Airport (IATA: SFA, ICAO: DTTX) serves Sfax, Tunisia's second-largest city and a major economic hub on the country's central Mediterranean coast. The airport handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting the region to destinations across North Africa and Europe.
The facility is relatively modest in scale compared to Tunis-Carthage International Airport, but it plays an important role in supporting Sfax's significant commercial, phosphate-processing, and industrial sectors. Scheduled and charter services link the city to key European markets, particularly France and Italy, reflecting the Tunisian diaspora communities in those countries.
Sfax Thyna is managed under the authority of the Office de l'Aviation Civile et des Aéroports (OACA), which oversees civil aviation infrastructure throughout Tunisia.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport into central Sfax is primarily served by taxis and private vehicles, as no dedicated rail or bus rapid transit link exists.
Airlines here
Tunisair is the primary carrier operating at Sfax Thyna, with seasonal European charter operators and regional airlines providing additional connectivity.
Notable facts
- ›The airport's name 'Thyna' refers to an ancient Roman site located near Sfax.
- ›It is one of several regional airports in Tunisia managed by OACA.
- ›Sfax is Tunisia's second-largest city and a major phosphate export hub, driving some cargo traffic through the airport.
- ›The airport has a single asphalt runway suitable for medium-haul commercial aircraft.
- ›European charter flights increase significantly during summer tourist seasons.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
