El Al hand luggage and carry-on allowance
El Al's carry-on has no size published by the airline, with a limit of 8 kg, and it is included in the base fare. The personal item is not given a size by the airline. Check your own bag against it below.
Carry-on
Personal item
El Al hand luggage and carry-on rules
- Carry-on: size not published, 8 kg (included in the base fare).
- Personal item: size not published.
- Economy Lite and Classic: one carry-on up to 8 kg. Economy Flex: two carry-ons up to 8 kg each, 12 kg combined. Premium: two carry-ons, 8 kg each, 12 kg combined. Business: two carry-ons, 16 kg each, 20 kg combined. Since 21 May 2025, Lite ticket holders on flights to or from Europe and the UAE must send the carry-on to the aircraft hold at the gate at no cost, except Matmid Silver status or higher. Carry-on dimensions are not stated in the page text.
- One personal item is allowed on all Economy fares (Lite, Classic, Flex), stored under the seat in front. The page text does not state its dimensions or weight.
- Check your own booking, as allowances depend on the fare, route and class.
Source: El Al: Carry-on baggage. Checked 6 November 2026.
Remember that the liquids rule that applies to you is set by the airport you fly from, not the airline. Check your departure airport before you pack.
Frequently asked questions
What is the El Al cabin bag size limit?
The airline publishes no sizeThe weight limit is 8 kg, according to El Al: Carry-on baggage.
Is the El Al cabin bag free?
Yes, El Al lists it as included with the base fare. Economy Lite and Classic: one carry-on up to 8 kg. Economy Flex: two carry-ons up to 8 kg each, 12 kg combined. Premium: two carry-ons, 8 kg each, 12 kg combined. Business: two carry-ons, 16 kg each, 20 kg combined. Since 21 May 2025, Lite ticket holders on flights to or from Europe and the UAE must send the carry-on to the aircraft hold at the gate at no cost, except Matmid Silver status or higher. Carry-on dimensions are not stated in the page text.
Can I take a personal item on El Al?
Yes. El Al lists a personal item but gives no size. One personal item is allowed on all Economy fares (Lite, Classic, Flex), stored under the seat in front. The page text does not state its dimensions or weight.