El Al · Boeing
El Al Business Class on the 787-8
From $2,120 · save 60% · 787 fleet: lie-flat pods, 1-2-1, direct aisle access. 777-200er: originally 2-3-2 (dated); reconfigured to modern seating on some, not all, aircraft.
Quick answers
At a glance
Does El Al fly the 787-8?
Yes — the Boeing 787-8 is part of El Al's fleet. El Al Business Class on this aircraft delivers 787 fleet: lie-flat pods, 1-2-1, direct aisle access. 777-200er: originally 2-3-2 (dated); reconfigured to modern seating on some, not all, aircraft, with seat width 21 inches (787) and length 78 inches (787).
What is El Al business class like on the 787-8?
El Al Business Class: 787 fleet: lie-flat pods, 1-2-1, direct aisle access. 777-200ER: originally 2-3-2 (dated); reconfigured to modern seating on some, not all, aircraft. Original 787 variant — shorter than the -9 and -10. Cabin technology is the same. Many carriers retired or downgraded their -8 fleet in favor of -9 deliveries.
How much can I save flying El Al on the 787-8?
Consolidator fares from $2,120 — about 60% below published retail. You earn full Matmid Frequent Flyer Club (relaunched Sept 2023 with points-only award redemption; new "Diamonds" status currency added) miles.
At a glance
El Al 787-8 — quick reference
| Aircraft | Boeing Boeing 787-8 |
|---|---|
| Body type | Twin-aisle widebody |
| Cabin product | El Al Business Class — 787 fleet: lie-flat pods, 1-2-1, direct aisle access. 777-200er: originally 2-3-2 (dated); reconfigured to modern seating on some, not all, aircraft |
| Seat dimensions | Width 21 inches (787) · length 78 inches (787) |
| Consolidator fare from | $2,120 (about 60% below published) |
| Loyalty program | Matmid Frequent Flyer Club (relaunched Sept 2023 with points-only award redemption; new "Diamonds" status currency added) |
| Last verified | 2026-05-03 |
Cabin product
El Al el al business class on the 787-8
El Al is Israel's flag carrier, founded in 1948, known for industry-leading security and direct non-stop flights from multiple US cities to Tel Aviv. The 787-9/787-8 fleet carries a genuine lie-flat pod business class; the older 777-200ER originally had a dated 2-3-2 layout that has been reconfigured on some, not all, of those aircraft. Four Boeing 787-10s are on order for future fleet growth.
About the 787-8: Original 787 variant — shorter than the -9 and -10. Cabin technology is the same. Many carriers retired or downgraded their -8 fleet in favor of -9 deliveries.
787-8 strengths
Why the 787-8 works for premium cabin
- Same 787 cabin pressurization and window advantages
- Some carriers operate older Business cabins on -8 metal — sometimes a value pocket on shoulder-season pricing
Caveats
Things to verify before booking 787-8
- Older 787-8 deliveries often carry legacy recliner or 2-2-2 Business — verify cabin generation
- Smaller cabin = fewer Business seats per flight — availability tighter than -9 or -10
El Al fleet
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Booking strategy
How to book El Al on the 787-8
Verify the actual aircraft on your flight
Aircraft type is shown on your booking confirmation but operational substitutions happen — older or newer metal sometimes replaces the scheduled aircraft. Confirm the assigned aircraft 24-48 hours before departure via the airline app or operational status page; if the substitution downgrades cabin product, we can request reseat or recompensation.
Pick the right route for this aircraft
Widebody 787-8 routes are typically the long-haul flagships — that's where El Al concentrates its newest cabin product. The shorter routes within the fleet may use older retrofit configs with smaller seats and fewer amenities.
Time-of-day matters
On overnight long-haul flights, the 787-8 cabin product directly affects sleep quality. Widebody humidity and noise levels at cruise are notably better than narrow-body equivalents. Departure-time selection (avoiding 4-6am arrivals) compounds the cabin investment.
Loyalty earning
All consolidator fares are regular El Al tickets booked under your name — you earn full Matmid Frequent Flyer Club (relaunched Sept 2023 with points-only award redemption; new "Diamonds" status currency added) miles, status credits, and elite-tier benefits. Business class typically earns 100-125% of distance flown.
Standard airline page
Or browse the standard El Al page
For the full airline guide — cabin details across all fleet types, top routes, lounges, and ratings sources — see the standard El Al page. The pricing and consolidator inventory is the same; this page focuses on the 787-8-specific cabin context.
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