El Al announces important changes: what awaits passengers
El Al airline has extended its Diamond loyalty program until February 28, 2027, giving members an additional two months to accumulate points. The decision was made amid the club's transition to a new FLY CARD credit card system. The extension does not include automatic status upgrades or new privileges.
El Al airline has announced the extension of its Diamond loyalty program until February 28, 2027, giving frequent flyer club members an additional two months to accumulate points under current rules. The program was originally set to end on December 31, 2026. The decision comes as the loyalty club transitions to a new FLY CARD credit card system. El Al has not yet specified what conditions will apply after the extended period ends. The extension is particularly important for passengers accumulating Diamond points to obtain or maintain a certain status. The extra time will allow members to plan trips considering the updated program deadline. However, the decision does not include automatic status upgrades, new privileges, or changes to point accumulation rules. The changes coincide with a shift to a new credit card partner: an agreement with Isracard took effect in April 2026, while cooperation with KAL is set to end later this year. KAL FLY CARD holders can continue accumulating points until December 31, 2026.