KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands and the world's oldest airline still operating under its original name, founded in 1919. Operating from its hub at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), KLM connects passengers to over 160 destinations worldwide as a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance and part of the Air France–KLM group. FaresMatch compares KLM fares with Air France, Delta, and all available options to find the best deal for your Europe or international trip via Amsterdam.
Trending KLM fares
One-way starting prices on popular KLM routes. Search above for live availability.
AmsterdamShoulder seasonJFK → AMSNew York – Amsterdam- Flight time
- 7h 30m nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM
$320
ParisSpring travelAMS → CDGAmsterdam – Paris- Flight time
- 1h 20m nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM / Air France
$89
LondonBook earlyAMS → LHRAmsterdam – London- Flight time
- 1h 15m nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM
$79
BarcelonaFall travelAMS → BCNAmsterdam – Barcelona- Flight time
- 2h 15m nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM
$99
Cape TownWinter travelAMS → CPTAmsterdam – Cape Town- Flight time
- 11h nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM
$480
BangkokMidweek dealAMS → BKKAmsterdam – Bangkok- Flight time
- 11h nonstop
- Airlines
- KLM
$420
Popular KLM routes
Amsterdam to Asia
JFK/LAX/ORD → AMS U.S. to Amsterdam
KLM operates nonstops from New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and other U.S. gateways to Amsterdam Schiphol.
AMS → CDG/LHR/FCO Amsterdam to Western Europe
KLM's dense European network — short connections from Amsterdam to Paris, London, Rome, and dozens of European cities.
AMS → CPT/JNB Amsterdam to Africa
KLM has one of the strongest Africa networks of any European carrier — nonstops to Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Nairobi.
AMS → BKK/SIN Amsterdam to Asia
Long-haul KLM services to Bangkok, Singapore, Tokyo, and other Asian destinations from Amsterdam Schiphol.
Tips for booking KLM flights
Schiphol is one of Europe's best-connected airports with a single terminal making connections easy. KLM's Amsterdam hub offers competitive pricing for multi-city European itineraries when booked as a through fare.
KLM is part of the Air France–KLM group and SkyTeam alliance. Flying Blue miles earn on Delta SkyMiles and can be redeemed on KLM flights — useful for U.S. travelers building SkyTeam award balances.
KLM's best transatlantic fares appear 2 to 4 months before departure. January and February typically offer the lowest prices for spring and summer Europe travel.
Frequently asked questions
What alliance is KLM in?
KLM is a founding member of SkyTeam and part of the Air France–KLM group. Flying Blue (KLM's loyalty program) earns and redeems on Delta, Air France, and other SkyTeam partners.
Does KLM fly nonstop from the U.S.?
Yes — KLM operates nonstops from New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, San Francisco, and other U.S. cities to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).
Is KLM the same as Air France?
KLM and Air France are separate airlines but part of the same Air France–KLM group. They share the Flying Blue loyalty program and coordinate schedules, but operate independently with their own branding and crews.
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