El Al

Middle EastFull-Service

Carry-On Size Limit

22" × 17.7" × 9.8"

56 × 45 × 25 cm

Length22" / 56 cm

Width17.7" / 45 cm

Height9.8" / 25 cm

Linear Total49.5" / 126 cm

8 kg

18 lbs

11.8" × 15" × 6.9"

30 × 38 × 18 cm

Each dimension (L, W, H) is checked individually against the limit.

What size carry-on does El Al allow?: El Al allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 22" × 17.7" × 9.8" (56 × 45 × 25 cm). The maximum weight is 8 kg (18 lbs).
Does El Al allow a personal item?: Yes, El Al allows a personal item up to 11.8" × 15" × 6.9" (30 × 38 × 18 cm) in addition to the carry-on bag.
What happens if my bag is too big for El Al?: If your carry-on exceeds El Al's size limits, you may be required to check it at the gate, which could incur additional fees. We recommend checking your bag dimensions before traveling.
Does El Al measure carry-on bags strictly?: Enforcement varies by airline and airport. El Al generally enforces limits at busy airports and peak times. Always include wheels, handles, and pockets in your measurements.