Car hire Djerba Melita Airport

Djerba Zarzis International Airport, also referred to as Melita Airport, provides transportation to the Tunisian island of Djerba, a popular tourist destination. Most of the flights arrive from European cities, with the Tunisian national carrier Tunisair handling the bulk of the flights. Each year more than two million passengers fly into Djerba. Many of them use the car hire in Djerba Airport for their transport needs.

Airport Facilities

The terminal at Djerba Zarzis Airport has restaurants, bars, gift shops, duty-free outlets and currency exchange kiosks. There is a useful tourist information desk, post office and parking for 650 vehicles right at the terminal. Car rental in Djerba Airport is located next to the baggage claim area and is available from Europcar, Sixt and Holiday Autos.

Car Hire Djerba Airport

Unless you want to rely on taxis to take you everywhere, a car is a useful thing to have on Djerba. The roads are rather narrow and not always in the best shape, but it's hard to get lost on this little island. Traffic does not exist on Djerba, even in the towns. To get the lowest prices on a rental in Djerba compare car hire options online before arrival and book early.

Things To See and Do

The island of Djerba may be small but there are lots of historic and cultural attractions to see. From the Houmt Souk to the traditional towns of Midoun and Guellala, a car will make getting around much easier. Djerba Explore boasts the largest crocodile farm in the Mediterranean, or visitors can head to Ras Rmel to see the flamingoes during winter.

Best Time To Visit

Djerba has a classic Mediterranean climate, with mild wet winters and long hot summers. April to October is the peak tourist season due to the reliably sunny days and temperatures averaging from 23°C to 33°C at the peak of summer in August. It rarely rains in Djerba, but what little precipitation occurs often comes in the winter when temperatures hover around 20°C.