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KLM Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes
KLM Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes — Summary
Every KLM fare brand compared: what is included, what is restricted, and which cheap fare ends up costing more once you add a bag.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Light: Includes: Cabin bag only.
- Standard: Includes: One checked bag and seat selection from 30 hours out.
- World Business Class: Includes: Lie-flat seat, two checked bags, Crown Lounge access and Delft Blue house gift.
- Cabins on board: KLM operates: Economy, Premium Comfort, World Business Class..
Light
Includes: Cabin bag only. Watch out for: No checked bag, no changes.
Standard
Includes: One checked bag and seat selection from 30 hours out. Watch out for: Changes carry a fee plus fare difference.
World Business Class
Includes: Lie-flat seat, two checked bags, Crown Lounge access and Delft Blue house gift. Watch out for: Not all aircraft have direct aisle access from every seat.
Cabins on board
KLM operates: Economy, Premium Comfort, World Business Class.
How fare choice affects baggage
One cabin bag plus one accessory, combined 12 kg (26 lbs) in Economy and 18 kg (39 lbs) in Business. Included on Standard and above transatlantic; charged on Light.
How fare choice affects changes
Light is non-changeable. Standard and Flex change for a fee or free respectively, plus fare difference.
KLM fare classes explained — common questions
What is the cheapest KLM fare and what does it exclude?
Light. Includes: Cabin bag only. Restriction: No checked bag, no changes.
Which KLM fare includes a checked bag?
Included on Standard and above transatlantic; charged on Light.
More KLM help
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