Founded in 1919, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is one of the world's oldest carriers still operating under its original name. The airline is based in Amstelveen and is the flag carrier of the Netherlands. KLM flies to over 135 global destinations using its modern fleet of Boeings, Airbuses etc. In 2004, the airline was merged with Air France to create KLM-Air France Group, which is one of the largest airline groups in the world. KLM has its main hub at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
In-flight Amenities
KLM offers a range of amenities across its multiple travel classes. Business class comes with comfortable, fully-flat seats that can be reclined up to 180 degrees. Every seat comes with a storage space and in-seat power plugs. Additionally, there is a personal entertainment system featuring engaging content that ranges from the latest movies to popular TV shows. KLM's in-flight dining is definitely a treat for your taste buds. Business class passengers are served a delicious 3-course menu comprising great food and fine wines.
Destinations
KLM has an extensive worldwide route network. Some of the famous places the airline flies to are:
- Melbourne
- Sydney
- Ottawa
- Toronto
- Rome
- Nairobi
- Abu Dhabi
- Honolulu
- New York City
Flying from the UK
KLM operates from many major airports in the UK. These include London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Birmingham.
Other Services & Facilities
Check-in: KLM offers online check-in facility that allows you to check-in and print your boarding pass up to 30 hours before the departure.
Frequent Flyer Programme: Flying Blue, KLM's frequent flyer programme, makes flying with the airline more rewarding. Members of the programme are entitled to earn miles every time they book flights with KLM, or Air France or any of its other partner airlines. The earned miles can be redeemed for class upgrades, lounge access and much more.
Lounges: KLM operates exclusive Crown Lounges at many airports. Accessible by Business class passengers and Flying Blue's top tier members, these lounges offer an array of amenities including but not limited to Wi-Fi access, dining and entertainment.
