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El Al Faces $39M Fine for Alleged Monopoly Exploitation

2/9/2026

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The Israel Competition Authority plans to fine El Al Israel Airlines Ltd. NIS 121 million ($39 million) for allegedly exploiting a monopoly during the Gaza war.
The regulator says El Al's market share rose from 20% to over 70% after foreign airlines suspended flights, with ticket prices rising about 16%.
El Al disputes the findings and will contest that it monopolized at least 38 of 53 routes, limiting travel options.

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The Israel Competition Authority plans to fine El Al Israel Airlines Ltd. NIS 121 million ($39 million) for allegedly exploiting a monopoly during the Gaza war.
The regulator says El Al's market share rose from 20% to over 70% after foreign airlines suspended flights, with ticket prices rising about 16%.
El Al disputes the findings and will contest that it monopolized at least 38 of 53 routes, limiting travel options.