KLM is one of the biggest airlines operating in Europe. With Amsterdam as its head office, KLM has routes from one corner of the world to another. KLM partnered up with Air France in 2004, the first partnership in Europe to serve 326 destinations around the world.
Identity Card
- IATA code: KL
- Number of serviced cities: 258 destinations in 110 countries
- Main hub: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Alliance: SkyTeam
- Fleet: 203 aircrafts
History of KLM
KLM was founded on October 7th, 1919 as the Royal Dutch Airlines for the Netherlands and the Colonies. The first flight happened later that year between London and Amsterdam. KLM serviced the longest scheduled flight in the world until the outbreak of the Second World War, between Amsterdam and Batavia (Colonial Jakarta), this was also their first intercontinental flight. All service was put on hold during the war but afterwards flights and schedules returned to normal in 1945. The world was introduced in the 1960’s to the jet era when KLM launched its Douglas DC-8 making destinations like Tokyo and the USA possible in shorter times. KLM partnered with Northwest Airlines in 1989 which grew the list of destinations possible for KLM.
Along with other airlines at the same time KLM started to introduce new services and programs into their company. The Flying Dutchman was the first loyalty rewards program created in Europe by an airline company. In 1993 KLM reached another milestone by transporting more than 10 million passengers in a single fiscal year. Today KLM is working closely with researchers and such organizations like the Worldwide Fund for Nature to decrease CO2 emissions and develop a new sense of corporate sustainability.
Travel with KLM: practical information
Onboard services
- Meals: Enjoy a hot meal and refreshments, both alcoholic and non, on intercontinental flights. Within Europe there are snacks and sandwiches available as well as warm and cold drinks. KLM is able to accommodate any dietary needs.
- Entertainment: On almost all aircrafts there is a personal entertainment unit with films, music, cartoons, audio books, and even language courses. There is also a complimentary copy of the Holland Herald, the world’s largest in-flight magazine and the biggest English language magazine in the Netherlands.
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Baggage Allowances
- Cabin: 1 bag per passenger that does not exceed the weight of 8 kg and dimensions of 55 x 25 x 35cm.
- Checked: Within Europe 1 bag is allowed with a maximum weight of 20kg. Intercontinental 2 bags permitted, each with a maximum of 23 kg. The combined length of the three dimensions of the bag cannot exceed 158cm.
- Excess: Arrange for extra baggage on-line to save 20% than what you would pay at the airport. It is best to always confirm and weigh your suitcases before leaving for the airport.
Discounts and Special Offers
Children under the age of 2 may travel free of charge on the lap of the accompanying adult. KLM does not offer any other reduced children or student fares. For the most current offers and deals check under KLM on Liligo.com
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