Flight to Tunis Delayed — Tunisair vs Transavia vs easyJet EU261
Tunisair (TU) is non-EU — EU261 only from EU/UK departures. Transavia, easyJet, Vueling, Air France always covered (EU/UK carriers). Tunis (TUN) is approximately 1,500 km from Paris — €250 or €400 tier (boundary). Heavy Tunisian diaspora in France/Italy.
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Tunis Carriers
- Tunisair (TU): non-EU — covered only from EU/UK airports.
- Transavia France (TO): French EU carrier — covered both ways.
- easyJet (UK + Austria): covered both ways.
- Air France (AF): French EU carrier — covered both ways.
- Vueling (VY): Spanish EU carrier — covered both ways.
- ITA Airways (AZ): Italian EU carrier — covered both ways.
Compensation Range
- €250 / £220 — France/Italy → Tunis (under or near 1,500 km).
- €400 / £350 — Belgium / Germany / UK → Tunis (1,500–3,500 km).
Filing
File with operating carrier; cite EU261. Use ClaimWinger if rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does EU261 cover Tunisair?
Only on EU departures. Tunisair (TU) is Tunisian (non-EU). Paris → Tunis on Tunisair = covered (EU departure). Tunis → Paris on Tunisair = NOT covered. Choose Transavia, easyJet, Air France or Vueling for both-way protection.
Tunis from Paris is €250 or €400?
Approximately 1,500 km — right at the boundary. CDG–TUN is 1,480 km — technically just under the threshold, so €250 short-haul. ORY–TUN: 1,495 km — also short-haul. From central Italy (Milan ~970 km, Rome ~600 km) — €250. From northern Europe (Brussels ~1,650 km) — €400 medium-haul.
Are charter flights to Djerba and Monastir covered?
Yes. TUI, easyJet Holidays, Corendon, Eurowings — all EU carriers. EU261 applies to charters identically. Most are €400 medium-haul (Northern/Central Europe to Tunisia).
What about Italian carriers like ITA Airways?
ITA Airways (Italian EU carrier) — covered both directions. Italy's enforcement body is ENAC. 2-year limitation period.
How to file a Tunis delay claim?
File at the operating carrier's website. Reference EU261/2004 and the EU departure airport. Wait 4–8 weeks. Escalate to the relevant NEB if rejected: France DGAC, Italy ENAC, Belgium DGT, Germany LBA. Or use a no-win-no-fee service like ClaimWinger.
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