🇹🇳 Flights to Djerba
Cheap Flights to Djerba from the UK
Find the best deals on flights to Djerba Zarzis International Airport (DJE). Dream Fare specialises in Tunisia routes with the best prices for Djerba — Tunisia’s most beautiful island and one of the Mediterranean’s finest beach destinations.
Airlines to Djerba
All Airlines Flying UK to Djerba
Djerba has direct connections from multiple UK airports making it one of the most accessible Tunisian destinations. We compare every airline and package to find your best price.
Baggage Allowances — UK to Djerba
| Airline | Cabin Bag | Hold Baggage | Notes |
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| Tunisair | 1 bag up to 10kg | 1 x 23kg | Included on standard fares |
| TUI Airways | 1 bag up to 10kg | 1 x 20kg | Included in all holiday packages |
| Jet2 | 1 bag up to 10kg | 1 x 22kg | 22kg hold bag included on all fares |
| easyJet | 1 small bag (free) | Not included | Hold bag from £23 — book in advance |
| Ryanair | 1 small bag (free) | Not included | Priority + 2 bags from £26 — book in advance |
| Nouvelair | 1 bag up to 10kg | 1 x 23kg | Included on standard fares |
When to Visit
Best Time to Visit Djerba
Djerba enjoys over 300 days of sunshine per year and is a genuine year-round destination. Its island location gives it milder temperatures than mainland Tunisia even in summer.
Best Season
May — June
Warm and sunny (24°C to 30°C) with calm Mediterranean sea. Perfect beach conditions with fewer crowds than the peak summer months. One of the finest times to visit Djerba.
Excellent Season
Sep — October
Warm sea (26°C) and pleasant air temperatures (22°C to 28°C). Fewer crowds than July and August. Excellent value fares. The sea is warmest from the summer heat. One of Djerba’s finest months.
Peak Summer
July — August
Hot (30°C to 36°C) and very busy with UK and European visitors. Highest prices of the year. Excellent beach conditions and warm sea (28°C). Book 3 to 4 months ahead for summer travel.
Quiet Season
Nov — April
Mild and quiet (12°C to 20°C) with some winter rain in December and January. Excellent for sightseeing and exploring Djerba’s medina and synagogue. Lowest fares of the year. The island is peaceful and uncrowded.
About Djerba
Djerba — Island of Dreams
Djerba is Tunisia’s most enchanting island — a flat, palm-fringed island in the Gulf of Gabes with over 300 days of sunshine, white sand beaches, clear Mediterranean water, a beautifully preserved old town (Houmt Souk), ancient synagogues and mosques, traditional pottery villages and the unique multicultural identity that has made Djerba one of the Mediterranean’s most beloved destinations for over 2,000 years.
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Magnificent Beaches
Djerba’s north and east coasts have long stretches of white sand beach with calm clear Mediterranean water — some of Tunisia’s finest. The Sidi Mahrez area and Zone Touristique have excellent resort beaches. The water is warm from June through October. The island’s flat landscape and gentle breezes make it excellent for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
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El Ghriba Synagogue
One of the oldest synagogues in the world and the most sacred Jewish site in North Africa — El Ghriba on Djerba is believed to have been founded by Jewish exiles from Jerusalem after the destruction of the First Temple in 586 BC. The extraordinary blue-and-white tiled interior is beautiful. The annual El Ghriba pilgrimage (Lag Ba'Omer) draws Jewish pilgrims from around the world.
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Houmt Souk Medina
Djerba’s charming main town — Houmt Souk — has a beautiful old medina with whitewashed buildings, traditional fondouks (caravanserais), pottery shops, fish markets and the impressive Borj El Kastil fortress. The souk is excellent for traditional Djerbian crafts — terracotta pottery, embroidered textiles, silver jewellery and hand-woven blankets.
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Cycling & Exploration
Djerba’s flat terrain makes it one of the Mediterranean’s best cycling destinations. Hire a bicycle from Houmt Souk and explore the island’s olive groves, traditional pottery villages (Guellala), the Crocodile Farm, the lighthouse at Ras Taguerness and the traditional fishing villages that fringe the island’s coastline. A full circuit of the island (about 120km) is a rewarding day’s cycling.
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Djerbian Cuisine
Djerbian food has its own distinct character within Tunisian cuisine. Meloukhiya (a rich dark stew of dried meloukhiya leaves with meat — a Djerbian speciality), Ojja (egg and merguez sausage in spicy tomato sauce), fresh grilled fish from the Gulf of Gabes, Brik pastry stuffed with tuna and egg, fresh dates and the extraordinary Djerbian olive oil are all essential food experiences.
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Guellala Pottery Village
The village of Guellala on the southern coast of Djerba has been producing distinctive terracotta pottery for over 2,000 years. The potters’ workshops are open to visitors and the distinctive Djerbian style — simple forms, natural clay colours and traditional geometric designs — is unique. The Guellala Museum of the Heritage of Djerba tells the story of the island’s extraordinary multicultural history.
Top Places to Visit in Djerba
El Ghriba Synagogue
One of the oldest Jewish places of worship in the world — believed to have been founded by Jewish exiles from Jerusalem after 586 BC. The extraordinary blue-and-white tiled interior with its ancient Torah scrolls, brass plaques and decorative tiles is beautiful. El Ghriba is a UNESCO candidate site and one of the most important interfaith heritage sites in the Mediterranean.
Houmt Souk Medina & Fortress
Djerba’s main town has a charming old medina with traditional fondouks, a fish market, pottery shops and the impressive Borj El Kastil fortress built by the Aragonese in the 15th century. The mausoleum of Sidi Zitouni and the traditional mosques give Houmt Souk a distinctly North African character. The evening souk is excellent for local crafts and street food.
Guellala Pottery Village
A traditional pottery-making village on the southern coast of Djerba where craftsmen still use ancient techniques and traditional kilns. The Guellala Museum of the Heritage of Djerba is excellent — documenting the island’s extraordinary multicultural history as a meeting point of Berber, Phoenician, Roman, Arab, Jewish, Ottoman and European cultures over 2,500 years.
Djerba Explore Park & Crocodile Farm
Djerba Explore is a heritage and entertainment complex with a traditional Djerbian village (Lella Hadhria), the Djerba Heritage Museum and the famous Crocodile Farm — home to over 400 Nile crocodiles. One of the most popular family attractions on the island and an excellent half-day excursion from the beach resorts.
Sidi Mahrez Beach
Djerba’s finest beach area — the long stretch of white sand on the north coast near the Zone Touristique. Calm, clear Mediterranean water ideal for swimming with young children. The beach clubs, water sports centres and beach restaurants along Sidi Mahrez are excellent. The sunsets from Djerba’s north coast are extraordinary.
Borj El Kastil
A magnificent fortress dominating the entrance to Houmt Souk harbour — built by the Aragonese in 1284 and later occupied by the Hafsid, Ottoman and French. The fortress was the site of one of the most dramatic battles in Mediterranean history (the Ottoman-Spanish naval battle of 1560). The views from the towers across the Gulf of Gabes and to the island coastline are spectacular.
Travel Tips
Djerba Travel Guide
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Visa for Tunisia
UK citizens do not require a visa to enter Tunisia including Djerba for stays of up to 90 days. Simply present your valid UK passport on arrival at Djerba Zarzis Airport. Tunisia is one of the most welcoming North African destinations for UK visitors with no visa requirement and efficient entry procedures.
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Currency & Money
Tunisia uses the Tunisian Dinar (TND). It is illegal to import or export Tunisian Dinars — exchange money on arrival at Djerba Airport or at banks in Houmt Souk. Cards are accepted in major hotels. ATMs are available in Houmt Souk and the hotel zone. The exchange rate is approximately 3.4 TND to 1 GBP.
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Getting Around Djerba
Djerba Airport is just 8km from Houmt Souk. Taxis are available at the airport and around the island. Hiring a bicycle from Houmt Souk (£5 to £10 per day) is the best way to explore the island independently. Scooter hire is also available. A road causeway and ferry service connects Djerba to the mainland.
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Weather in Djerba
Djerba has over 300 days of sunshine per year. Summer (June to September) is hot and sunny (28°C to 36°C) with calm warm sea. Spring and autumn are ideal (18°C to 28°C). Winter is mild (10°C to 18°C) with occasional rain but still pleasant for sightseeing. Djerba is only 1 hour ahead of UK time — no jet lag.
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Watersports & Activities
Djerba’s calm Mediterranean waters and consistent sea breezes make it one of Tunisia’s best watersports destinations. Windsurfing and kitesurfing are excellent on the east coast. Sailing, jet skiing, parasailing and glass-bottom boat trips are all available from the hotel beach areas. Scuba diving and snorkelling in the Gulf of Gabes is good with interesting marine life and historical wreck sites.
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Culture & Respect
Djerba’s unique multicultural identity — with Muslim, Jewish and Christian communities living together for centuries — is one of its most special qualities. Modest dress is respectful when visiting the El Ghriba Synagogue (women should cover heads and arms) and the mosques. Photography is welcome at most sites. Djerbian people are known for their exceptional hospitality.
Flights to Djerba FAQ
How long is the flight from the UK to Djerba?
Direct flights from London to Djerba Zarzis Airport take approximately 3 hours. Tunisair, TUI, easyJet, Jet2 and Ryanair all operate direct services from London and regional UK airports. Djerba is only 1 hour ahead of UK time making it one of the most convenient African beach destinations.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Djerba?
No. UK passport holders do not require a visa to visit Tunisia including Djerba for stays of up to 90 days. Simply present your valid UK passport on arrival at Djerba Zarzis Airport. Tunisia is one of the most welcoming Mediterranean destinations for UK visitors.
What is Djerba famous for?
Djerba is famous for its magnificent beaches, the ancient El Ghriba Synagogue (one of the oldest in the world), the charming Houmt Souk medina, the traditional pottery village of Guellala, excellent cycling on the flat island roads, some of Tunisia’s finest seafood and its unique multicultural identity as a meeting point of Muslim, Jewish and Berber cultures.
Is Djerba better than Hammamet for beaches?
Djerba and Hammamet are Tunisia’s two finest beach destinations. Djerba has a more unique character — the island setting, the medina, El Ghriba and Guellala pottery give it more to explore beyond the beach. Hammamet is larger with more resort options and closer to Tunis. Both have excellent white sand beaches. Dream Fare can advise on the best option for your travel style.
Can I combine Djerba with a Sahara Desert trip?
Yes. Djerba is the closest coastal destination to the Tunisian Sahara — the desert town of Douz is approximately 2.5 hours from Djerba by road. Many visitors combine a few days at Djerba’s beaches with a Sahara excursion to the dunes at Douz and the Star Wars filming locations at Tozeur. Dream Fare can arrange complete Tunisia itineraries.
How much do return flights from the UK to Djerba cost?
Return flights from the UK to Djerba start from approximately £129 with Ryanair and easyJet. TUI and Jet2 all-inclusive packages offer excellent value for families and couples. Tunisair direct fares start from approximately £149. Dream Fare compares all options — call 020 8264 0018 for the best price.
* Prices are indicative from fares and subject to availability and change. Call 020 8264 0018 for current pricing.