Tunisair Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

TU / TAR · Tunisia

Prepay one additional checked bag on tunisair.com (My bookings) at route-group prepaid rates that are generally lower than prices charged on the day of the flight. Excess baggage is priced by route zone and direction, with full charges for extra pieces, overweight, oversized and pets published on the official baggage page. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Updated Sep 2, 2026

Tunisair Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece Concept – free allowance varies by route zone; each piece ≤158 cm (L+W+H) and ≤23 kg; max 10 checked pieces per passenger; >32 kg → Cargo.

LabelAmountNotes
Tunisia ↔ Europe, Algeria and Morocco2 × 23 kg (≤158 cm)
  • Official verbatim FR (https://www.tunisair.com/fr/guide-utilisateur/preparez-vos-bagages) row 'Tunisie / Europe, Algérie et Maroc' Business: '23|23' + '2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Cross-checked EN (https://www.tunisair.com/en/guide-utilisateur/prepare-your-luggage) row 'Tunisia/ Europe, Algeria and Morocco' Business: '23|23' / '2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Size/weight limit verbatim (same pages): FR 'Vos bagages ne doivent pas dépasser le poids autorisé de 23 ou 32kg selon votre destination et votre classe de voyage, ni 158 cm de dimensions (Hauteur + Longueur + largeur).' / EN 'Your baggage must not exceed the authorized weight of 23kg /50 lb or 32kg/ 70.5 lb, depending on your destination and travel cabin, or 158cm in dimensions (Height + Length + Width).'
Tunisia ↔ Middle East and Western Africa (incl. Mauritania)3 × 23 kg (≤158 cm)
  • Official verbatim FR row 'TUNISIE / PROCHE et MOYEN ORIENT & AFRIQUE DE L'OUEST (Y Compris la Mauritanie)' Business: '23|23|23' + '3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Cross-checked EN row 'Tunisia/ Middle East and Western Africa (including Mauritania)' Business: '23|23|23' / '2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)' header duplication in EN snapshot; FR authoritative for quantity – both render same zone, French clarifies 3 pieces.
Tunisia ↔ North America3 × 23 kg (≤158 cm)
  • Official verbatim FR row 'TUNISIE / AMÉRIQUE DU NORD' Business: '23|23|23' + '3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Cross-checked EN row 'Tunisia/ North America' Business: '23|23|23' / '3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
Tunisia ↔ Libya2 × 23 kg (≤158 cm)
  • Official verbatim FR row 'Tunisie/Libye' Business: '23|23' + '2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Cross-checked EN row 'Tunisia/ Libya' Business: '23|23' / '2 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)' – EN table cell '32' belongs to Economy column (see Economy item).
Connecting flights between Europe/Africa/Middle East/North America via Tunisia3 × 23 kg (≤158 cm)
  • Official verbatim FR row 'Vol en correspondance entre EUROPE / AFRIQUE / MOYEN-ORIENT / AMÉRIQUE DU NORD Via TUNISIE' Business: '23|23|23' + '3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)'
  • Cross-checked EN 'Connecting flights between Europe/Africa/Middle East/North America via Tunisia' Business: '23|23|23' / '3 x 23 Kg (<= 158 cm)' – verbatim EN: 'You can carry two pieces of luggage free of charge in economy class on all connecting TUNISAIR flights between Europe/Africa/Middle East/North America via Tunisia as shown in the table below:' followed by Business 3×23 / Economy 2×23.
Infant without seat (all routes)1 × 10 kg (115 cm) + 1 folding stroller or car seat
  • Official verbatim FR (same baggage pages, exceptions section): 'Bébés et Enfants: Les bébés et enfants payant au moins 50% du tarif adulte peuvent prétendre à la même franchise bagages que les adultes. Les bébés ne disposant pas d'un siège personnel ne peuvent prétendre qu'à un seul bagage de 10 kg (115 cm) et à une poussette pliante ou un siège voiture.'
  • Cross-checked EN: 'Infants and children: Infants and children paying at least 50% of the adult fare are entitled to the same baggage allowance as adults. Infants without a personal seat are allowed only one piece of baggage weighing 10 kg (115 cm) and one folding stroller or car seat.'
  • Applies regardless of cabin; listed under both Business and Economy for discoverability. Children/infants paying ≥50% inherit adult allowance of their cabin.

Carry-on baggage

Cabin baggage allowance depends on cabin; size ≤115 cm (L+W+H) per piece plus one free personal accessory under seat.

LabelAmountNotes
Standard cabin baggage2 pieces, 10 kg total (≤115 cm each; max. 55×40×20 cm per piece)
  • Official verbatim EN table (https://www.tunisair.com/en/guide-utilisateur/prepare-your-luggage) HAND BAGGAGE: 'Business | 2 Pieces | 10 kg (overall weight)' and 'To be accepted in the cabin, your piece must measure no more than 115 cm (length + width + height), including handles, side pockets, and wheels.'
  • Official verbatim FR table (https://www.tunisair.com/fr/guide-utilisateur/preparez-vos-bagages) BAGAGES EN CABINE: 'Business | 2 Pièces | 10 Kg (En total)' and 'Pour être acceptée en cabine, votre pièce ne doit pas mesurer plus de 115 cm (longueur + largeur + hauteur) poignées, poches latérales et roues comprises.'
  • Standard dimensions verbatim FR (same page header): 'En classe affaires :Deux bagages cabine standards (max. 55x40x20 cm, poids total max. 10 kg) sont autorisés et doivent être placés dans le compartiment supérieur.'
Personal item (under seat, free)1 accessory, max. 20×40×30 cm
  • Official verbatim FR (same pages): 'Pour les deux classes de voyage :Un seul accessoire "bagage à main à placer sous le siège" (max. 20x40x30 cm) est autorisé gratuitement. Il peut s'agir d'un sac à main, d'une mallette, d'une sacoche, d'un petit cartable, d'un ordinateur portable ou de tout autre article de taille similaire.'
  • EN page omits this personal-item line in the HAND BAGGAGE table but FR policy applies to both cabins; no separate weight stated for the accessory (counts separately from 10 kg cabin total).

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Tunisair

Buy Baggage
  1. Go to tunisair.com and click "My bookings" in the "Book and manage" menu (or the "Book your supplements" section on the homepage).
  2. Enter your booking reference (e.g., 1RLRNF or 199-1234567891) and the passenger's last name, then click Continue.
  3. Retrieve your reservation and select the additional baggage option (prepaid extra piece) for your flight.
  4. Complete the online payment for the prepaid extra piece.
  5. You will receive a confirmation for your prepaid additional piece.

Prices

Additional pieces are priced under the "Piece Concept" in 5 route zones, billed in TND for flights departing Tunisia and in EUR (or USD/CHF/GBP/CAD/LYD for specific countries) for flights departing abroad. Some rates marked ** vary by travel period. A prepaid additional piece (one per passenger per flight, bought at least 24 h before departure) is sold at reduced rates versus day-of-flight prices, with the airline's prepaid route groups sometimes including destinations with lower airport rates.

LabelAmountNotes
Zone 1 – Europe (excl. Russia), Morocco, AlgeriaTND 150–240 / EUR 75–150 per bag
  • 1st additional piece (≤23 kg): 150/175/210 TND from Tunisia, 75 EUR from abroad — slash values vary by travel period.
  • 2nd additional piece and more: 200/240 TND from Tunisia, 150 EUR from abroad.
Zone 2 – Egypt, Lebanon, Türkiye, RussiaTND 200–250 / EUR 100–175 per bag
  • 1st additional piece: 200 TND from Tunisia, 100 EUR from abroad.
  • 2nd additional piece and more: 250 TND from Tunisia, 175 EUR from abroad.
Zone 3 – Saudi Arabia, West Africa (incl. Mauritania), inter-West AfricaTND 225–275 / EUR 125–200 per bag
  • 1st additional piece: 225 TND from Tunisia, 125 EUR from abroad.
  • 2nd additional piece and more: 275 TND from Tunisia, 200 EUR from abroad.
Zone 4 – Canada and connecting flights via TunisiaTND 275–360 / EUR 150–225 per bag
  • 1st additional piece: 275/310 TND from Tunisia, 150/180 EUR from abroad — slash values vary by travel period.
  • 2nd additional piece and more: 325/360 TND from Tunisia, 225 EUR from abroad.
Zone 5 – LibyaTND 65–130 / EUR 100–200 per bag
  • 1st additional piece: 65 TND from Tunisia, 100 EUR from abroad.
  • 2nd additional piece and more: 130 TND from Tunisia, 200 EUR from abroad.
Prepaid additional piece – from Tunisia125–275 TND per bag
  • To Europe and North Africa (incl. Libya): 125/150/180 TND by travel period; to Egypt, Lebanon, Türkiye, Russia: 150 TND; to Middle East and West Africa: 175 TND; to North America: 275 TND.
  • Must be purchased at least 24 hours before departure; one prepaid piece per passenger per flight.
  • Max 23 kg / 158 cm. Exchangeable, non-refundable. Not valid for pets or sports equipment.
Prepaid additional piece – from Europe or Morocco45–55 €/£/CHF (Europe) / €60 equivalent (Morocco)
  • From Europe to Tunisia: 45/55 €, £, or CHF depending on travel period. From Morocco to Tunisia: equivalent of €60 in local currency (MAD).
  • Must be purchased at least 24 hours before departure; one prepaid piece per passenger per flight.
  • Max 23 kg / 158 cm. Exchangeable, non-refundable. Not valid for pets or sports equipment.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. The prepaid additional piece can be purchased online through My bookings on tunisair.com from Tunisia to all destinations, and from Europe and Morocco to Tunisia, as long as it is bought at least 24 hours before departure. Overweight, oversized and pet charges are paid at the airport.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy the prepaid additional piece via "My bookings" on tunisair.com (booking reference + last name), at the airport on the day of travel, or at Tunisair agencies. Fidelys members can also redeem Award Miles for an Excess Luggage Award at a Tunisair agency.

When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?

The prepaid additional piece must be purchased at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Only one prepaid piece can be bought per passenger per flight.

How does Tunisair calculate extra baggage charges?

Tunisair uses a piece-based "Piece Concept". Charges depend on 5 route zones (Zone 1: Europe excl. Russia, Morocco, Algeria; Zone 2: Egypt, Lebanon, Türkiye, Russia; Zone 3: Saudi Arabia, West Africa; Zone 4: Canada and connections via Tunisia; Zone 5: Libya), the direction of travel (billed in TND from Tunisia, in EUR or USD/CHF/GBP/CAD/LYD from abroad), the type of excess (extra piece, overweight 23–32 kg, oversized 158–203 cm, pets), and some rates vary by travel period. Excess charges for pieces, weight and dimensions are summed.

Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online in advance vs at the airport?

Yes. The prepaid additional piece is sold with a reduction compared to the price charged on the day of the flight. Example: from Europe to Tunisia the prepaid piece costs 45–55 €/£/CHF, while the 1st additional piece at the airport is 75 EUR (Zone 1).

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

A maximum of 10 checked pieces per passenger is allowed. Free allowances are route- and cabin-based: Tunisia–Europe (Algeria, Morocco) 1×23 kg economy / 2×23 kg business; Tunisia–Middle East, West Africa and North America 2×23 kg economy / 3×23 kg business; Tunisia–Libya 1×32 kg economy / 2×23 kg business. Standard pieces must not exceed 23 kg and 158 cm (H+L+W); pieces over 32 kg go through Cargo. Hand baggage: 1 piece 8 kg in economy, 2 pieces 10 kg total in business, max 115 cm.

What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?

Baggage weighing 23–32 kg or measuring 158–203 cm total dimensions is charged a zone-based fee at the airport (e.g., from Tunisia Zone 1: 125/150 TND overweight, 150 TND oversized). Bags over 32 kg must be shipped via the Cargo department. Charges for extra pieces, overweight and oversized are summed. Overweight and oversized are not covered by the prepaid online extra piece.

Do partner-operated or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

Yes. The prepaid additional piece is not applicable to 199-ticket holders on flights operated by foreign airlines, on TUNISAIR Express (UG) flights, or on codeshare flights. Check the operating carrier's baggage rules on such itineraries.

Can I pay for extra baggage with cards, loyalty points, or miles?

Fidelys members can redeem Award Miles for an Excess Luggage Award (up to 2 pieces of 23 kg per flight, one-way only, valid 3 months) at a Tunisair agency in Tunisia or abroad.

Can I get a refund or transfer extra baggage if I cancel or change my booking?

The prepaid additional piece is non-refundable but exchangeable. It can only be used for a single bag of up to 23 kg and 158 cm, and not for animals or sports equipment.

Are there any important exceptions or restrictions I should know?

The prepaid extra piece is not valid for pets or sports equipment, and applies only to 199-ticket Tunisair flights. Some aircraft types and destinations restrict pet carriage. Service dogs and wheelchairs for reduced-mobility passengers travel free, and infants without a seat get one 10 kg piece plus a stroller or car seat.

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