KLM2026 Baggage Policy
Airline Info
- Region
- Europe
- IATA / ICAO
- KL/KLM
- Country
- Netherlands
- Website
- klm.com
Allowance Overview
For intercontinental routes, Economy is the cheapest fare on KLM. It includes 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag for free. These bags cannot exceed a combined weight limit of 26.5 lb.
For Europe routes, Economy Basic is the cheapest fare on KLM. It includes 1 personal item for free, but no carry-on bag. The personal item is limited to 26.5 lb.
Baggage Size Limits
Personal Item
- Max dimensions
- 16 × 12 × 6 in
Carry-on Bag
- Max dimensions
- 22 × 14 × 10 in
Personal items go under the seat in front of you, while carry-on bags go in the overhead bin. When a size limit is published, measure the bag from the furthest points, including handles and wheels.
Fares & Benefits
KLM offers 4 fares across all routes. Economy Basic is the cheapest fare on Europe routes. Economy is the cheapest fare on intercontinental routes. Economy Basic is only available on Europe routes. Premium is only available on intercontinental routes. Personal items and carry-on bags share one combined weight limit.
FAQ
On intercontinental routes, you can bring 1 personal item and 1 carry-on bag.
On Europe routes, you can bring 1 personal item, so a backpack works if it fits that allowance. A separate carry-on bag is not included.
Personal items and carry-on bags share one combined weight limit on intercontinental routes.
See the fare table to compare what each fare includes.
References
The baggage policies detailed above are sourced directly from the airline's official documentation. Policies are subject to change; we recommend verifying the latest limits with the airline before booking.
- 1.Hand baggage allowances on board of KLM flights - KLM US
- 2.Checked baggage allowances in the hold explained - KLM US
- 3.Arrange extra checked baggage on your flight - KLM US
- 4.Traveling in KLM’s Economy Class - KLM US
- 5.Traveling in KLM’s Premium Comfort Class - KLM US
- 6.Traveling in KLM’s Business Class - KLM US
- 7.Fees and paid options States - KLM US
- 8.General Conditions of Carriage - KLM US