El Al Launches Special Dubai Rescue Flights for Israelis

El Al has announced a special rescue-flight operation to bring Israelis currently in Dubai back to Israel, subject to approval from security authorities.

Tickets for the flights are being offered at a flat $249 rate in the airline’s Lite fare.

Flight Schedule

According to El Al, flight LY974 will depart Tel Aviv in the morning and is scheduled to return from Dubai to Tel Aviv at 11:00. An additional flight, LY972, is scheduled to depart Dubai at 13:00.

El Al said that the flights departing Tel Aviv will operate without passengers.

Booking and Operational Updates

Flights may be booked through the El Al website and through travel agents. The airline cautioned that operational changes may occur as required by security authorities or other relevant authorities.

Information about the rescue flights will be updated continuously on El Al’s website. The airline said it will continue working to reinforce its flight schedule and assist as many Israelis as possible in returning home safely.

Baggage Restrictions

El Al’s update states that, in accordance with security directives, passengers traveling on the rescue flights from Dubai to Tel Aviv will not be permitted to check luggage for the aircraft’s hold or bring trolley-style carry-on bags into the cabin at this time.

Passengers may bring one personal item on board. Travelers are encouraged to review the latest instructions on El Al’s website before departing, as security and operational conditions may change.