El Al Israel Airlines' baggage policy varies based on travel class, fare type, and destination. Here's an updated overview to help you plan your trip:
Carry-On Baggage
Economy & Premium Economy:
- Allowance: 1 carry-on bag (up to 8 kg / 17.6 lbs)
- Dimensions: Maximum size of 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 inches)
- Personal Item: 1 personal item (e.g., purse, laptop bag)
Business & First Class:
- Allowance: 2 carry-on bags
- Combined Weight: Up to 16 kg (35.3 lbs)
- Dimensions: Each bag up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm
- Personal Item: 1 personal item
Checked Baggage
General Rules:
- Max Weight per Bag: 23 kg (50 lbs) for Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) for Business and First Class
- Max Dimensions: 158 cm (62 inches) total (L + W + H)
Allowance by Class & Destination:
- Economy Class:
- Europe, Middle East, Morocco: 1 bag (23 kg)
- North America: 2 bags (23 kg each)
- Far East & South Africa: 1 bag (23 kg); Economy Flex fares: 2 bags (23 kg each)
- Premium Class: 2 bags (23 kg each)
- Business Class: 2 bags (32 kg each)
- First Class: 3 bags (32 kg each)
Infants (No Seat):
- Allowance: 1 checked bag (23 kg) plus a stroller, carry cot, or car seat
Excess Baggage Fees
North America:
- Additional Bag: $105 (up to 3 hours before departure); $130 (within 3 hours)
- Overweight Bag (23–32 kg): $105–$130
- Oversized Bag (158–277 cm): $185–$200
Europe & Middle East:
- Additional Bag: Fee varies; $90 within 3 hours of departure
- Overweight Bag (23–32 kg): $90
- Oversized Bag: $65–$100
Far East & Africa:
- Additional Bag: Fee varies; $140 within 3 hours of departure
- Overweight Bag (23–32 kg): $140
- Oversized Bag: $65–$140
Fees are higher when paid less than 3 hours before departure.
Special Items
- Sports Equipment: Bicycles up to 20 kg (44 lbs) can be transported free of charge.
- Musical Instruments: Small instruments may be carried on; larger ones must be checked and may incur fees.
Infant & Child Baggage
- Infants (No Seat): 1 checked bag (23 kg) plus a stroller, carry cot, or car seat.
- Children (With Seat): Same baggage allowance as adult passengers.
