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Personal item, carry-on & checked bag rules
| Bag Type | All Fares |
|---|---|
Personal | 1×Free 40 × 30 × 15 cm |
Carry-on | 1×Free 55 × 35 × 25 cm |
Checked | 1×Free 23 kg 158 cm linear |
Under-seat only; hand baggage not included on Basic but 1 carry-on can be purchased
Reports show frequent free gate-check on full flights and occasional weighing at some outstations; personal items rarely challenged
Extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental; oversize/overweight €75–€300
Prepay extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental when ≥24h before
Online prepayment is cheapest; elites may get extra free bag; Business tickets include SkyPriority
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Personal items must fit within 40 × 30 × 15 cm. One checked bag (up to 23 kg) is included in standard fares.
KLM allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 55 × 35 × 25 cm (approximately 21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 inches). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with KLM before your trip, as policies can change.
KLM does not include a free carry-on bag on all fares. You may need to purchase carry-on access or upgrade your ticket. When purchased, your KLM carry-on must fit within 55 × 35 × 25 cm. Upgrade option: Prepay extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental when ≥24h before
If your carry-on exceeds KLM's size limits of 55 × 35 × 25 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. KLM may charge a fee: Extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental; oversize/overweight €75–€300. Reports show frequent free gate-check on full flights and occasional weighing at some outstations; personal items rarely challenged
On KLM flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. KLM requires personal items to be no larger than 40 × 30 × 15 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.
KLM allows personal items up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (approximately 15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets KLM's requirements.
Checked bags on KLM are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. Each checked bag on KLM can weigh up to 23 kg (51 lb). Additional bag fees on KLM: Extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental; oversize/overweight €75–€300.
KLM allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions. The maximum weight is 23 kg (51 lb).
KLM does not publicly specify a carry-on weight limit, but your bag must fit in the overhead bin. We recommend keeping it under 10 kg (22 lb) to be safe on KLM flights.
Yes, KLM charges for checked baggage. Checked bags are not included in the base fare and must be purchased separately. KLM baggage fees: Extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental; oversize/overweight €75–€300
To avoid extra baggage fees on KLM: maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your KLM fare (Prepay extra bag €20–€70 Europe, €30–€240 intercontinental when ≥24h before). Planning ahead with KLM can save you significant fees at the airport.
| Metric | KLM | Industry Average | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Size | 55 × 35 × 25 cm | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | Above avg |
| Personal Item | Included | Usually included | Above avg |
| Checked Bag | Included | Varies by airline | Above avg |
| Checked Bag Weight | 23 kg | 23 kg | Above avg |
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