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How to Get to Hammamet

How to Get to Hammamet

Hammamet Tunisia Travel Guide

Air Travel

Major Airports

Tunisia has two main airports that serve the Hammamet region, presenting different flight options depending on your origin and travel style.

Main Airports

  • Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN): Located approximately 60-70 km north of Hammamet. Tunisia's main international gateway for global connections.
  • Enfidha-Hammamet International Airport (NBE): Closer, about 40-50 km north. Primarily serves charter and low-cost airlines from Europe.
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Airlines & Routes

Airlines connect Hammamet to various destinations, with some focusing on European leisure markets and others on wider international connections.

Connecting Hammamet

  • From Europe (to NBE): TUI Airways, easyJet, Transavia, Nouvelair, Tunisair.
  • From Europe/Middle East/Africa (to TUN): Tunisair, Air France, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, British Airways, Ryanair, Vueling.
  • No direct flights from North America or Australia; connections via European or West Asian hubs are common.

Price Fluctuations

High season (June-August) flights are more frequent and expensive. Shoulder seasons (April-May, Sep-Oct) offer a good balance of weather and reasonable prices. Low season (Nov-March) can have lower prices for indirect routes.

Airport Facilities

Both TUN and NBE offer standard amenities: duty-free shops, currency exchange and ATMs, car rental agencies, cafes, and restaurants. Free Wi-Fi is often available.

Airport Transfers

Taxis are the most convenient option. TUN to Hammamet (100-150 TND, 1-1.25 hrs). NBE to Hammamet (60-100 TND, 30-40 min). Shared shuttles and louages (shared taxis) are also options.

Inter-City Land Travel

Trains & Buses

  • Trains (SNCFT): Connect Hammamet to Tunis and Sousse. Several daily departures. Comfortable 1st and 2nd class. Tickets at depots.
  • Long-distance Buses (SNTRI): Connect Hammamet to most major cities from the main bus station (Gare Routière). Affordable and reliable.
  • Louage (Shared Taxi): White vans operating fixed routes between towns. Depart when full from designated stations. Faster and more flexible than buses.
  • Frequent connections from Hammamet to Nabeul, Tunis, Sousse.

Self-Driving

  • Requirements: National driver'a driving license and International Driving Permit (IDP). Minimum age typically 21 (sometimes 25).
  • Rental: Major international companies (DiscoverCars.com, Hertz, Avis) and local companies at airports and in Hammamet.
  • Road Conditions: Major roads are well-maintained. Rural roads vary. Local driving can be aggressive.
  • Night Driving: Avoid driving outside major towns at night due to poor lighting and obstacles.

Sea Arrivals

Ferry Services

A ferry to another country services connect Tunis (La Goulette port) to Marseille, Genoa, and Civitavecchia (Italy). Companies like CTN and GNV operate these routes for passengers and vehicles.

Cruise Ports

La Goulette (Tunis) is the main cruise port for Tunisia. Passengers disembark for short trips to Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said. Hammamet does not have a dedicated large cruise port.

Port Connections

From La Goulette, taxis can be used by Tunis city or without an intermediary to Hammamet (1-1.2FIVE hours). Louages and local buses are also options from areas near the port.

Departure Information

Departure Procedures

Allow ample time for airport processes, especially during peak travel seasons.

Steps for Departure

  • Arrive 2-3 hours before scheduled international flight.
  • Proceed to airline check-in counter for luggage and boarding pass.
  • Pass through security at the airport screening.
  • Undergo passport control (immigration) for departure stamp.

Airport Facilities

Both Tunis-Carthage (TUN) and Enfidha-Hammamet (NBE) airports offer standard facilities for departing travelers, ensuring comfort before your flight.

Available Services

  • Duty-Free Shops for last-minute souvenirs.
  • Restaurants and Cafes for meals or drinks.
  • Currency Exchange to convert remaining TND.

Departure Tips

No specific departure tax for air travel from Tunisia is typically separate. Such fees are usually included in your airfare. Confirm this with your airline if you have concerns.

Final Reminders

  • Allow ample travel time from Hammamet to the airport, considering potential traffic.
  • If you have VAT refund eligible purchases, present goods and forms to customs ahead of checking luggage.
  • Exchange any remaining Tunisian Dinars back to your home currency at the airport, as TND is not convertible outside Tunisia.