El Al Reduces US Flight Capacity – What Travelers Need to Know

Planning a trip to Israel from the US? Here’s an important update that could affect your travel plans. El Al has dramatically reduced its flight capacity on US routes, limiting flights to just 130 passengers each – that’s about half the usual capacity.

This means if you’re flying El Al from the US to Israel, there’s a significant chance you might receive a cancellation notice. The airline is offering full refunds or vouchers to affected passengers and is actively working to find alternative flight options for travelers.

The good news? This reduction only affects outbound flights from the US to Israel – flights from Israel back to the US remain unchanged for now. If you’re booking travel to Israel, consider having backup options ready or booking with other airlines serving Ben Gurion Airport.

At IsraStar Tours, we always recommend booking flights as early as possible and considering travel insurance. If you’re affected by these changes, contact El Al directly for rebooking options, or we’re here to help you find alternative ways to reach Israel for your planned tour.