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What is the difference between KLM Economy Class, Premium Comfort Class, and Business Class?
Looking for the differences between Economy, Premium Comfort, and Business Class with KLM? After reading this article, you'll always book the right seat for your destination.
When booking a flight with KLM, selecting the right class can be crucial to your travel experience. In this blog, we compare Economy Class, Premium Comfort Class, and Business Class. This information is especially useful if you're planning to use your Flying Blue Miles to book a Flying Blue Promo Reward.
Economy Class, Premium Comfort Class, or Business Class?
Choosing the right class for your flight can be challenging. Each class offers varying levels of comfort and service, so it’s important to know what to expect. Understanding these differences will help you select the class that best suits your travel needs.
The comparison table below focuses on intercontinental flights operated by KLM. For flights within Europe, there are some variations in legroom, meal options, entertainment, and amenities like pillows and blankets, depending on the aircraft and seating configuration.
Benefits | Economy Class | Premium Comfort Class | Business Class |
Legroom | 79 cm | 99 cm | Full-flat seat |
Hand luggage | 1 item + 1 accessory | 2 items + 1 accessory | 2 items + 1 accessory |
Checked baggage | 1 item included with Standard or Flex ticket | 2 items included with Standard or Flex ticket | 1 item with Light ticket. 2 with Standard/Flex |
Meals | Snack, hot meal, or sandwich | Premium Comfort meal | 3-course meal curated by chefs |
Drinks | Juice, soda, beer, wine, coffee, or tea | Additional wine and liquor selection | First-class wines and liquors |
Entertainment | 9-11 inch screen | 13.3 inch screen | 16-18 inch screen |
Power outlets | USB-A | USB-A and 110v AC | USB-A and 110v AC |
Wi-Fi | Free messaging | Free messaging | Free messaging |
Pillow/Blanket | Standard set | Business Class set | Business Class set |
Amenity Kit | Not included | Premium Comfort Class kit | Business Class kit |
SkyPriority | Not included | Included | Included |
Lounge Access | Available for a fee | Available for a fee | Included |
If you hold a status with KLM, such as Flying Blue Platinum, you may receive additional perks like SkyPriority and Lounge Access across all classes.
Legroom
Legroom is often a key factor in deciding whether to upgrade your seat. Whether you're on a short European flight or a long intercontinental journey, sufficient legroom can significantly enhance your comfort. KLM offers various options in Economy, Premium Comfort, and Business Class, allowing passengers to choose seats that best meet their needs.
Economy Class
In Economy, KLM provides four different seating options within Europe and five on intercontinental flights, catering to a range of comfort needs and budgets.
Only Economy Comfort and Exit Row seats offer extra legroom in Economy Class. Other seat types primarily offer added privacy.
💺 Seat | 🇪🇺 Within Europe | 🌎 Intercontinental |
Standard seat | 76 cm | 79 cm |
Economy Comfort seat | 76+5 cm | 79+10 cm |
Extra legroom seat Exit Row | ~76+15 cm | ~79+61 cm |
Front section seat | 76 cm | 79 cm |
Row of 2 seats Intercontinental only | - | 79 cm |
Premium Comfort Class
In 2022, KLM introduced Premium Comfort Class, available on all Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft. This class is not available on European flights.
💺 Seat | 🌎 Intercontinental |
Premium Comfort seat | 79+17 cm 17 cm more legroom than Economy Class |
Business Class
Business Class offers the most space and comfort on intercontinental flights. Within Europe, the Business Class seat provides slightly more legroom than Economy Class, specifically an additional 7.5 cm. On intercontinental flights, passengers can enjoy a full-flat seat, ensuring maximum comfort and rest on long journeys.
💺 Seat | 🇪🇺 Within Europe | 🌎 Intercontinental |
Business Class seat | 76+7.5 cm 7.5 cm more legroom than Economy Class |
Full-flat seat |
Hand Luggage and Checked Baggage
In addition to comfort and service, it’s important to consider the baggage allowances when booking your KLM flight. The ability to bring extra luggage may influence your choice of class.
Baggage | Economy | Premium Comfort | Business |
Hand luggage* | 1 item + 1 accessory | 2 items + 1 accessory | 2 items + 1 accessory |
Checked baggage | 1 item with Standard/Flex ticket | 2 items with Standard/Flex ticket | 1 item with Light ticket, 2 with Standard/Flex |
* Hand luggage dimensions are max. 55 x 35 x 25 cm per piece, including handles and wheels, with a maximum weight of 12 KG.
Conclusion
KLM offers a variety of seating options in Economy Class. If you're looking for extra legroom, consider choosing an Economy Comfort or an Exit Row seat. Upgrading to Premium Comfort Class or Business Class not only provides more legroom but also offers additional benefits.
- Economy Class
- Standard seat
- Economy Comfort seat
- Extra legroom seat
- Front section seat
- Row of 2 seats
- Premium Comfort Class (Intercontinental)
- Business Class
It's also advisable to check which aircraft you'll be flying on, as this can affect the space and amenities available in each class. For European flights, your flight may be operated by KLM Cityhopper, a KLM subsidiary primarily using Embraer aircraft.
Updated on 22 Aug 2024 - Lees in Nederlands