El Al Airlines is the national airline of Israel and is known for its amazing customer service and top-notch amenities.
And if you are planning to fly with them it is important to understand their baggage allowance policies and regulations to avoid any surprises or fees at the airport.
The following information will explain how many suitcases you are allowed to bring on El Al flights, as carry on baggage; check in bags and excess baggage.
Let’s dive right in.
What Is El Al Cabin Baggage Dimensions And Weight?
flights to All EL AL destinations Except Flights To/ From Europe, Far East & South Africa
Cabin Bag :
Flex – 2 pieces of hand luggage weighing a total of 12 kilos ,Hand luggage weighing up to 8 kilos.
Business passengers are entitled to 2 suitcases weighing a total of 20 kilos.
First class passengers are entitled to 2 pieces of hand baggage weighing a total of 24 kilos, Hand baggage cannot exceed a weight of 16 kilos.
| Class | Hand luggage | weight | dimensions (size) |
| Economy Class | 1 piece | 8 kg Total | 18 WIDTH 38 LENGTH 30 HEIGHT |
| Premium class | 2 piece | 8 kg each, 12 kg total | 18 WIDTH 38 LENGTH 30 HEIGHT |
| Business class | 2 piece | 1 piece – 16 kg total 1 piece – 4 kg total | 18 WIDTH 38 LENGTH 30 HEIGHT |
Personal Item :
You are entitled to only one of the following personal items:
- Purse
- Diaper bag
- Briefcase
- Camera bag or laptop.
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El Al Baggage Size Restrictions
The Personal item should not exceed El Al Baggage Dimensions: 30 X 38 X 18 Cm. so it can be squeezed under the seat in front of you.
If your personal items exceeds El Al Baggage Dimensions as mentioned above will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charges
Duty free items purchased at the airport will be count as part of your personal item or the hand baggage, any exceeding the the airline baggage policy will result in additional charges.
Flights To/ From Europe, Far East & South Africa
| Carry on luggage | Business Class | Premium class | Economy class -Elite | Economy class- Classic | Economy class -Flex | Dimensions (size) |
| Hand luggage | 2 piece of hand luggage 1 piece = 16 kg total 1 piece = 4 kg total | 2 piece of hand luggage 8 kg each 12 kg total | 1 Hand baggage (8 kg) | 1 Hand baggage (8 kg) | 2 Hand baggage (a total of 12 kg) | 18 width 38 length 30 height |
| Personal item | 1 bag (30 X 38 X 18 Cm) | 1 bag (30 X 38 X 18 Cm) | 1 bag(30 X 38 X 18 Cm) | 1 bag(30 X 38 X 18 Cm) | 1 bag(30 X 38 X 18 Cm) | 18 width 38 length 30 height |
El Al Checked Baggage
El Al checked baggage Dimension and weight For all destinations except North America
- First Class: Up to 88 lb / 40 kg
- Business Class: Up to 66 lb / 30 kg
- Economy Class: Up to 44 lb / 20 kg
- El Al Baggage Dimensions of each piece: 62 linear inches / 158 cm (length + width + height)
El Al checked baggage Dimension and weight For North American destinations
- First Class: 4 pieces, weighing up to 70 lb / 32 kg per piece
- Business Class: 3 pieces, weighing up to 70 lb / 32 kg per piece
- Economy Class: 2 pieces, weighing up to 50 lb / 23 kg per piece
- El Al Baggage Dimensions of each piece : 62 linear inches / 158 cm (length + width + height)
Checked baggage for infants (for whom a seat has not been purchased)
- All flights except North America: 22 lb/10 kg plus a baby carriage, carry cot, or safety seat
- North American destinations:
- First and Business Class: 70 lb / 32 kg plus a baby carriage, carry cot, or safety seat
- Economy Class: 50 lb / 23 kg plus a baby carriage, carry cot, or safety seat
El Al Excess Baggage
First and Business Class Excess baggage fees
- To/From New York or Toronto:
- $130 for every piece of luggage in excess of the permitted weight
- $230 for every additional piece of luggage in excess of the number of pieces allowed
- To/From Los Angeles:
- $140 for every piece of luggage in excess of the permitted weight
- $240 for every additional piece of luggage in excess of the number of pieces allowed
- To/From Europe, Asia, and South Africa:
- 1.5% of the Full Fare Economy Class ticket price (Y class) for every kilogram, in each direction
- *The exact rate will be given at the El Al counter at the airport.
Economy Class Excess baggage fees
- To/From New York or Toronto:
- Over 50 lb/23 kg: $25
- Over 70 lb/32 kg: $155
- To/From Los Angeles:
- Over 50 lb/23 kg: $25
- Over 70 lb/32 kg: $165
- To/From Europe, Asia, and South Africa:
- 1.5% of the Full Fare Economy Class ticket price (Y class) for every kilogram, in each direction
- The exact rate will be given at the El Al counter at the airport.
Summary
Ensure that you understand El Al airlines baggage policy to avoid any last minute charges and surprises at the airport.
Use a standard suitcase that is fully compliant with the airline size and weight restrictions like the one mentioned above.
It is also important to be familiar with the airline policies on liquids and gels.
We hope this helps
Happy travels
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