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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
IATA: KL · SkyTeam Alliance

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About KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (IATA: KL) is the world's oldest airline still operating under its original name, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Amsterdam. Operating from its Amsterdam Schiphol hub — one of Europe's largest and most efficient airports — KLM serves 145+ destinations in 90+ countries with a fleet of 170+ aircraft including Boeing 777, 787, 737 and Embraer jets. KLM is part of the Air France-KLM Group and the SkyTeam global alliance.

KLM is renowned for its blue Delft china miniature bottles, warm Dutch hospitality, and its efficient transit connections at Schiphol for passengers connecting between North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. FareOptic compares KLM fares across all routes and cabin classes so you always find the best KL ticket price.

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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Hub Airports

KLM operates through 3 major hubs, offering connections across its 145+-destination global network.

AMS
Amsterdam Schiphol
Primary global hub
BOM
Mumbai (codeshare)
India gateway
JFK
New York JFK (codeshare)
US gateway

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Cabin Classes

Find the right KLM cabin for your journey and budget — from affordable Economy to premium Business.

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Economy Class

  • Standard Economy seat
  • Complimentary meals on long-haul
  • Seatback entertainment (World Business select)
  • 1 carry-on + 1 personal item
  • Earn Flying Blue Miles on every flight
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Economy Comfort

  • Extra legroom (up to 4 extra inches)
  • Priority boarding
  • More recline than standard Economy
  • First 2 rows of Economy cabin
  • Earn bonus Flying Blue Miles
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World Business Class

  • Fully lie-flat seat on long-haul flights
  • Direct aisle access for all seats
  • Multi-course gourmet dining
  • KLM Crown Lounge access
  • 2 × 23kg checked bags included
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KLM Crown Lounge

  • Exclusive lounge access at Amsterdam Schiphol
  • Quiet environment with premium seating
  • Gourmet food & beverage selection
  • Business centre with Wi-Fi & power
  • Shower facilities available

Flying Blue Program

Flying Blue is the joint loyalty program of Air France and KLM with 20+ million members. Miles are earned on both airlines, partner flights, hotels, car rentals, and credit card spending, then redeemed for flights across SkyTeam's 19 member airlines.

Earn on Air France & KLM

Flying Blue miles are earned on both Air France and KLM flights at identical rates, effectively doubling the network for earning.

SkyTeam Network

Use Flying Blue miles across 19 SkyTeam partner airlines including Delta, Korean Air, Air Canada, and Aeromexico for worldwide redemptions.

Status Tiers

Explorer, Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers offer increasingly valuable benefits: lounge access, extra baggage, bonus miles, and priority services.

Promo Awards

KLM and Air France regularly publish Promo Reward offers — discounted mile rates for economy and business redemptions on select routes.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Baggage Policy

Fees and allowances vary by route and fare type. Always verify at time of booking.

Bag / PolicyEconomyEconomy ComfortWorld BusinessFlying Blue Elite
Carry-on bag1 × 12kg1 × 12kg2 × 12kg2 × 12kg
1st checked bag23kg (most fares)23kg23kg23kg
2nd checked bagFeeFee23kg23kg
3rd checked bagFeeFeeFee23kg
Weight limit23 kg23 kg23 kg23 kg

KLM is the world's oldest airline operating under its original name (since 1919). Baggage allowances vary by fare type and route. Flying Blue Elite members receive enhanced allowances.

Check-In Options & Boarding

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Online Check-In

Opens 30 hours before departure for most KLM flights via klm.com or the KLM app.

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Mobile App Check-In

Download the KLM app on iOS or Android to check in, access your mobile boarding pass, and receive real-time gate and delay notifications.

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Airport Check-In

Self-service kiosks and staffed counters are available at all KLM airports. Domestic gates typically close 15 minutes and international gates 30–45 minutes before departure.

Cancellation & Change Policy

24-Hour Risk-Free Cancellation

All Fares

All KLM Royal Dutch Airlines tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund, regardless of fare type — provided the flight departs at least 2 days away.

Change Policy

Fare Dependent

KLM allows changes on all fares (fee may apply on Light Economy fares). Flex fares include free changes. Non-refundable fares receive flight credit; refundable fares receive cash refunds.

Non-Refundable Ticket Credit

Non-Refundable

If you cancel a non-refundable KLM ticket after the 24-hour window, you typically receive a future travel credit valid for 12 months from the original issue date.

Refundable Fares

Flex Fares

Fully refundable fare types are available at a premium and provide maximum flexibility — suitable for travelers with uncertain plans.

In-Flight Experience on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

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Dutch Hospitality

KLM serves Dutch-inspired meals with traditional stroopwafels and locally sourced dishes in all cabin classes — a taste of Holland at 35,000 feet.

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Entertainment System

Extensive seatback entertainment library with movies, TV, music, and live content on most KLM widebody aircraft.

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Inflight Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi available on most KLM long-haul aircraft for purchase. Stream, browse, and stay connected throughout your journey.

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KLM Crown Lounge

World Business Class passengers access the KLM Crown Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol — offering premium food, showers, and a calm atmosphere before departure.

Tips to Book Cheap KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Flights

  • 1.AMS–JFK is one of the most competitive transatlantic routes — book 8–12 weeks ahead for the best KLM Economy fares.
  • 2.Amsterdam Schiphol is one of Europe's best transit airports — book KLM for seamless Europe-to-Asia or Americas connections.
  • 3.Flying Blue Promo Awards offer discounted mile redemptions on select KLM routes — check the Flying Blue website monthly.
  • 4.Economy Comfort is a great value upgrade on long-haul KLM flights — extra legroom at a fraction of the Business fare.
  • 5.KLM frequently offers joint promotions with Air France — compare both carriers when routing through Paris or Amsterdam.
  • 6.Book World Business Class at least 10–14 weeks ahead for the best availability on KLM's high-demand routes.
  • 7.KLM's Schiphol hub has a short transit time — 40-minute connections are often achievable for short-haul connecting to long-haul.
  • 8.Use FareOptic to compare KLM fares against Air France on the same codeshare routes for the lowest price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flights on FareOptic

How old is KLM and why is it significant?

KLM (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij) was founded on October 7, 1919, making it the world's oldest airline still operating under its original name. Despite being a small carrier by fleet size, KLM has a global network of 145+ destinations and is a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance. KLM is part of the Air France-KLM Group.

What cabin classes does KLM offer?

KLM operates Economy Class (with Economy Comfort extra-legroom option), and World Business Class on long-haul international routes. Economy Comfort offers extra legroom and priority boarding. World Business Class features fully lie-flat seats with direct aisle access, gourmet dining, and lounge access at Amsterdam Schiphol.

What is the Flying Blue program?

Flying Blue is the shared loyalty program of Air France and KLM with 20+ million members. Miles are earned on both airlines and SkyTeam partners, then redeemed for flights, upgrades, and partner services. Promo Awards offer discounted redemptions on select routes monthly. Elite tiers (Explorer, Silver, Gold, Platinum) unlock increasing benefits.

What is KLM's baggage policy?

KLM Economy fares on most long-haul routes include one 23kg checked bag. Economy Comfort includes one 23kg bag. World Business Class includes two bags. Flying Blue Elite members receive additional allowances. Light fares may include only hand baggage — always verify at booking.

Is Amsterdam Schiphol a good transit airport?

Yes — Schiphol is consistently rated among the world's best airports for efficiency, with an average connection time of 40 minutes and a single terminal design that minimizes transit distances. KLM and Air France offer extensive wave schedules from Schiphol, making it ideal for Europe–Asia and North America–Africa connections.