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KLM Cabin Baggage Allowance
Hand luggage size and weight limits for KLM, from the airline's official policy (checked 30 October 2026).
| Personal item | 1 small bag max 40 x 30 x 15 cm (always included free) |
| Cabin bag | Hand baggage max 55 x 35 x 25 cm incl. handles/wheels; Economy Basic: not included (purchasable), Light/Standard/Flex: 1 piece; Premium Comfort: 2 pieces; Business: 2 pieces |
| Cabin weight limit | 12 kg |
| Notes | Combined small bag + hand baggage max 12 kg (Economy and Premium Comfort), 18 kg in Business. US departures limited by TSA to 1 hand bag + 1 small bag. |
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Cabin bag limits on other airlines
| Airline | Max cabin bag size | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm | 10.0 kg |
| Emirates | 55 × 38 × 22 cm | 7.0 kg |
| British Airways | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | kg |
| Qatar Airways | 50 × 37 × 25 cm | 7.0 kg |
| IndiGo | 55 × 35 × 25 cm | 7.0 kg |
| Lufthansa | 55 × 40 × 23 cm | 8.0 kg |
| easyJet | 56 × 45 × 25 cm | 15.0 kg |
| Malaysia Airlines | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 7.0 kg |
| Air India Express | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 7.0 kg |
| Philippine Airlines | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 7.0 kg |
How KLM cabin limits are enforced
Cabin limits are checked twice: by size, in the metal sizer at the gate or check-in, and by weight, on the desk scale — and a bag only has to fail one of them. Wheels, handles and stuffed outer pockets all count towards the size, which is why a case sold as cabin-size can still be refused. On busy flights, crew can also require cabin bags within the limit to be gate-checked when the lockers fill; KLM's published limits above are the boundary the staff work to either way. If your bag is borderline, the cheapest test is at home: measure it packed, weigh it packed, and compare with the KLM line in the fit checker.
Frequently asked questions
What are the KLM hand luggage size and weight limits?
Cabin bag: Hand baggage max 55 x 35 x 25 cm incl. handles/wheels; Economy Basic: not included (purchasable), Light/Standard/Flex: 1 piece; Premium Comfort: 2 pieces; Business: 2 pieces Personal item: 1 small bag max 40 x 30 x 15 cm (always included free) Combined small bag + hand baggage max 12 kg (Economy and Premium Comfort), 18 kg in Business. US departures limited by TSA to 1 hand bag + 1 small bag.
Will a standard 55 x 40 x 20 cm cabin bag fit on KLM?
No. The official KLM cabin bag limit is 55 x 35 x 25 cm, which is smaller than a standard 55 x 40 x 20 cm cabin bag in at least one dimension, so that bag would have to be checked in or repacked. The cabin weight limit is 12.0 kg.
Can I bring a personal item as well as a cabin bag on KLM?
Yes — the official policy includes a personal item: 1 small bag max 40 x 30 x 15 cm (always included free)
Policy checked: 30 October 2026. Airlines change allowances and fees — confirm on the official page before you travel.
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