London to Tunis Flight Delay & Cancellation Compensation

How much compensation is owed for London–Tunis?

London to Tunis-Carthage (TUN) is approximately 2,050 km — medium-haul tier. Under UK261, compensation is £350 per person for a 3+ hour arrival delay or cancellation with less than 14 days notice. The same 3-hour arrival delay threshold applies as under EU261.

Does UK261 apply to Tunisair on the London–Tunis route?

Yes. UK261 applies to all airlines operating from UK airports, including Tunisair. A Tunisair flight departing from London Heathrow (LHR) is subject to UK261 in exactly the same way as British Airways or easyJet. The compensation amount is £350 (medium-haul). For the return Tunis → London on Tunisair, UK261 does not apply (non-UK carrier, non-UK departure).

How do I claim against Tunisair for a UK261 breach?

Submit your claim in writing to Tunisair's customer relations department, citing UK Air Passenger Rights Regulations 2019 (UK261) and the amount owed (£350). If Tunisair ignores or rejects the claim, escalate to CEDR Aviation — the UK's primary approved ADR scheme for aviation disputes. CEDR is free for consumers and most airlines participate.

Are there direct flights from London to Tunis?

Yes — Tunisair operates direct London Heathrow (LHR) to Tunis-Carthage (TUN) flights. British Airways has operated seasonally. Easyjet has run London–Tunisia routes from Gatwick and Luton. Check current schedules as some services are seasonal.

What about London to Monastir, Djerba or Sfax — same compensation?

Yes. The UK261 medium-haul tier (£350) applies to all UK–Tunisia routes: London–Monastir (~2,100 km), London–Djerba (~2,200 km), London–Sfax (~2,100 km). All fall within the 1,500–3,500 km medium-haul tier. The same carrier coverage rules apply.