--- title: "KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "KLM Royal Dutch Airlines review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.0/10, safety score 9.3/10. KLM is the Netherlands' flag carrier operating from Amsterdam…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/klm/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · KL # KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Journey of Inspiration Photo: Adam Moreira / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 KLM is the Netherlands' flag carrier operating from Amsterdam Schiphol with one of Europe's densest networks, World Business Class on long-haul, and Flying Blue shared with Air France. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for my next long-haul work trip? KLM Royal Dutch Airlines scores 8.0/10 (safety 9.3/10), ranking #16 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul; Light none short-haul. Economy seat pitch: 31"; loyalty programme: Flying Blue. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 8.0/10 **Safety** 9.3/10 **Global rank** #16 **Wi-Fi policy** Paid Wi-Fi ## Who should think twice about KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Older short-haul cabins on some European routes - Flying Blue dynamic pricing on awards ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies | | --- | --- | | Checked baggage | 1×23 kg long-haul; Light none short-haul | | In-flight Wi-Fi | Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages | | Economy seat pitch | 31" | | Lounge access | KLM Crown lounges | | Changes & refunds | Flex allows changes | | Loyalty programme | Flying Blue | ## Awards & Recognition - Oldest operating airline - Best Schiphol hub carrier ## Airline Details **IATA Code** KL **ICAO Code** KLM **Hub** Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) **Alliance** skyteam **Founded** 1919 **Fleet Size** 110 aircraft ## Strengths - Efficient AMS single-terminal hub - Crown Lounge at Schiphol - Strong Africa and Asia connections ## Weaknesses - Older short-haul cabins on some European routes - Flying Blue dynamic pricing on awards ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare KLM Royal Dutch Airlines fares from the UK Search live prices on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## KLM Royal Dutch Airlines travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 55 × 35 × 25 cm + accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm, 12 kg combined · Up to 12 kg | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Basic/Light none; Standard/Flex 1 × 23 kg; Premium Comfort 2 × 23 kg | | Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg | | Seat selection | Free on Standard/Flex; Basic/Light pays | | Change fee | Varies by fare; Flex free changes | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality **Not currently tracked.** Unverified — not in Cirium 2025 regional top 10s; Jan 2026 OAG monthly dip (57.76%) not representative, no annual figure used Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 110 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B777-200/300ER, B787-9/10, A330-300, B737-800/900, A321neo **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 1-2-1 on B777-300ER/B787 **Wi-Fi** Paid; free messaging ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; Dutch CAA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.3/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Flying Blue **Currency** Miles Tiers: Explorer, Silver, Gold, Platinum (shared with Air France) ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.0/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: klm.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile · Punctuality unverified — no comparable published annual figure found ## About KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KLM is the Netherlands' flag carrier operating from Amsterdam Schiphol with one of Europe's densest networks, World Business Class on long-haul, and Flying Blue shared with Air France. Key strengths: Efficient AMS single-terminal hub. Crown Lounge at Schiphol. Strong Africa and Asia connections. Areas for improvement: Older short-haul cabins on some European routes. Flying Blue dynamic pricing on awards. ## Editorial KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20KLM%20Royal%20Dutch%20Airlines). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is KLM Royal Dutch Airlines a good airline? KLM Royal Dutch Airlines scores 8.0/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Efficient AMS single-terminal hub; Crown Lounge at Schiphol. ### What is KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's safety score? KLM Royal Dutch Airlines scores 9.3/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is KLM Royal Dutch Airlines in? KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is a member of skyteam. ### Where is KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's hub? KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's primary hub is Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). The airline was founded in 1919 and operates approximately 110 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines