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Personal item, carry-on & checked bag rules
| Bag Type | Economy | Business |
|---|---|---|
Personal | 1×Free 43 × 33 × 16 cm | 1×Free 43 × 33 × 16 cm |
Carry-on | 1×Free 8 kg 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 2×Free 8 kg 56 × 45 × 25 cm |
Checked | 1×Free 23 kg 158 cm linear | 2×Free 32 kg 158 cm linear |
Must fit overhead bin. Strictly enforced on full flights during peak season.
Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
Starting from $85 USD per bag for first excess item, $100 for second excess bag
Starting from 255 points for second suitcase to Europe, 300 points to North America
Priority boarding, extra allowance, flexibility for business travelers and families
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EL AL allows carry-on bags up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm with a maximum weight of 8 kg. Personal items must fit within 43 × 33 × 16 cm. One checked bag (up to 23 kg) is included in standard fares.
EL AL allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 45 × 25 cm (approximately 22 × 17.7 × 9.8 inches). The maximum weight for a EL AL carry-on is 8 kg (18 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with EL AL before your trip, as policies can change.
Yes, EL AL includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 45 × 25 cm. The weight limit is 8 kg (18 lb).
If your carry-on exceeds EL AL's size limits of 56 × 45 × 25 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. EL AL may charge a fee: Starting from $85 USD per bag for first excess item, $100 for second excess bag. Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
On EL AL flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. EL AL requires personal items to be no larger than 43 × 33 × 16 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.
EL AL allows personal items up to 43 × 33 × 16 cm (approximately 16.9 × 13 × 6.3 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets EL AL's requirements.
EL AL includes 1 free checked bag on standard fares. Each checked bag on EL AL can weigh up to 23 kg (51 lb). Additional bag fees on EL AL: Starting from $85 USD per bag for first excess item, $100 for second excess bag.
EL AL allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions. The maximum weight is 23 kg (51 lb).
The carry-on weight limit on EL AL is 8 kg (18 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 56 × 45 × 25 cm. EL AL may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
EL AL includes one checked bag on most standard fares at no extra charge. EL AL baggage fees: Starting from $85 USD per bag for first excess item, $100 for second excess bag
To avoid extra baggage fees on EL AL: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 45 × 25 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your EL AL fare (Starting from 255 points for second suitcase to Europe, 300 points to North America). Planning ahead with EL AL can save you significant fees at the airport.
| Metric | EL AL | Industry Average | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Size | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | Above avg |
| Carry-on Weight | 8 kg | 10 kg | Average |
| Personal Item | Included | Usually included | Above avg |
| Checked Bag | Included | Varies by airline | Above avg |
| Checked Bag Weight | 23 kg | 23 kg | Above avg |
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