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Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport (TBJ)

Tabarka, Tunisia · medium airport · 36.980° 8.877° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeTBJ
ICAO CodeDTKA
Typemedium airport
NameTabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport
MunicipalityTabarka
CountryTunisia
ContinentAF
Latitude36.980° N
Longitude8.877° E
Elevation230 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryTunisia
ISO Code
RegionTabarka
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Tunis
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST Offset
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving TBJ

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (37.0°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Tabarka–Aïn Draham International Airport (TBJ/DTKA) is a medium-sized airport serving Tunisia’s northwestern Kroumirie region, about 15 km from the coastal town of Tabarka and near the mountain resort of Aïn Draham. Opened in the early 1990s to support tourism, it handles seasonal European charter and scheduled flights, especially in summer. Its compact terminal and single runway sit amid cork oak forests and rolling hills, offering a low-key gateway to beaches, golf, and hiking.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know the airport can be very quiet outside charter arrival times, so bring snacks and water for potential waits and keep small Tunisian dinar notes handy for taxis, as card acceptance and ATMs can be unreliable.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are the main way to reach Tabarka and nearby towns; agree on the fare or confirm the meter before leaving. Rental cars are available at the terminal and are useful for exploring the Kroumirie mountains and coast. Some hotels may offer shuttle transfers, so confirm in advance, especially for late arrivals.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Tabarka–Aïn Draham International Airport?
A: Traffic is mostly seasonal, with charter and some scheduled services from European cities; schedules vary by season, so check with airlines or Tunisia’s OACA for current routes.

Q: How far is the airport from Tabarka city center?
A: It is roughly 15 km by road from Tabarka, and about 30 km from Aïn Draham; taxi is the usual transfer.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: The terminal is compact and offers basic services such as check-in, baggage claim, car rental desks, and taxis; shopping and dining options are limited.

Q: Is the airport open year-round?
A: Yes, but flight frequencies are much higher in summer, and some routes operate only seasonally.
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