Published: Jan 1, 2025 • Reading Time: 7 min • Category: Airline Miles Quick Summary – New Flyplus program offers personalized rewards based on diamond earnings – Elite status thresholds increased across all tiers (Silver now 3,500 diamonds) – More flexible qualification options combining diamonds and flight segments – Enhanced rewards including up to 60,000 Matmid Points available Program Overview Starting April 1, 2025, EL AL is rolling out significant updates to its Matmid Frequent Flyer Program. These changes include increased thresholds for elite status and the introduction of the new Flyplus program, bringing more personalized benefits to frequent flyers. Understanding Diamonds: Your Path to Elite Status Diamonds are now the cornerstone of EL AL’s Matmid Program, serving as the key currency for elite status qualification. Here’s how to earn them: Flight Purchases: 1 diamond per $1 spent on EL AL tickets Fly Card Bonus: 1.2 diamonds per $1 spent for cardholders Credit Card Spending: 1 diamond for every ₪80 spent on the EL AL credit card New Elite Status Requirements Status Level Diamonds Only Diamonds + Flights Silver 3,500 2,600 + 7 flights Gold 7,500 4,500 + 13 flights Platinum 15,000 9,000 + 26 flights Top Platinum 36,000 32,000 + 52 flights Flyplus Benefits Breakdown 12,000 Diamonds (Choose 2 Benefits) 2 King David Lounge passes (can select twice) Preferred seat selection Extra baggage allowance WiFi Business packages 15,000 Matmid Points (costs 2 benefit choices) 26,000 Diamonds (Choose 4 Benefits) All previous benefits plus: