2026 carry-on & personal item rules
KLM carry-on size
KLM's carry-on baggage size limit is 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in), with a 12 kg (26.5 lb) weight limit. 12 kg covers the carry-on and personal item together in Economy. The short-haul Basic fare includes only a small under-seat bag; Light and higher fares include the cabin bag.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in
26.5 lb
15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in
Basic / Light can be personal-item only
Quick answer
KLM allows a carry-on up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in) and 12 kg, plus a personal item up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm. Basic / Light can be personal-item only, so check your fare.
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight limit
- 12 kg (26.5 lb)
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in)
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Standard 22 × 14 × 9 in bag
- Too big
- Checked bag
- KLM includes one bag of up to 23 kg (50 lb) with Standard; Light includes no checked bag. Each extra bag costs €68 (about $77).
KLM bag sizes, drawn to scale
Will my bag fit on KLM?
Measure your packed bag, including wheels and handles.
0.3 in too long
Limit: 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in), 12 kg (26.5 lb)
6.3 in too long, 2.2 in too wide, 3.1 in too deep
Limit: 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in)
Will my bag fit as a personal item on KLM?
Typical sizes of everyday bags, checked against KLM's 40 × 30 × 15 cm personal item limit. Measure your own bag, or use the checker above.
- Small backpack or daypack41 × 30 × 15 cmToo big: 1 cm too long
- Under-seat rolling bag41 × 33 × 20 cmToo big: 1 cm too long, 3 cm too wide, 5 cm too deep
- Laptop backpack46 × 30 × 20 cmToo big: 6 cm too long, 5 cm too deep
- Large tote46 × 36 × 15 cmToo big: 6 cm too long, 6 cm too wide
- Weekender duffel51 × 28 × 25 cmToo big: 11 cm too long, 10 cm too deep
KLM carry-on rules by fare
Basic / Light
The Basic fare on short-haul routes includes only a small under-seat bag. Light fares include a cabin bag but no checked bag.
Higher fares
Standard and premium fares include a carry-on and a personal item.
Checked bags
On flights between North America and Europe, KLM includes one bag of up to 23 kg (50 lb) with Standard; Light includes no checked bag. Each extra bag costs €68 (about $77). All KLM bag fees
Tips for flying KLM
- •Measure your packed bag, wheels and handles included; many suitcases sold as "22-inch" are taller with the wheels.
- •KLM's personal item limit is on the small side, so a typical laptop backpack may be too deep.
- •Weigh your bag at home: KLM has a 12 kg (26.5 lb) carry-on limit.
- •Check your fare before you pack: Basic / Light can be personal-item only.
How KLM compares
Carry-on rules at other European airlines.
| Airline | Carry-on | Weight | Personal item | Carry-on on cheapest fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KLM | 55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in | 12 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| British Airways | 56 × 45 × 25 cm22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in | 23 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Virgin Atlantic | 56 × 36 × 23 cm22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Lufthansa | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Air France | 55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in | 12 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Iberia | 56 × 40 × 25 cm22 × 15.7 × 9.8 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Aer Lingus | 55 × 40 × 24 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Icelandair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Turkish Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| SWISS | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Ryanair | 55 × 40 × 20 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| easyJet | 56 × 45 × 25 cm22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in | 15 kg | 45 × 36 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| Wizz Air | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| TAP Air Portugal | 55 × 40 × 20 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Vueling | 55 × 40 × 20 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| Norwegian | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 15 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| Jet2 | 56 × 45 × 25 cm22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Finnair | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| SAS Scandinavian Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| ITA Airways | 55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Austrian Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Brussels Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Eurowings | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 25 cm | Costs extra |
| Transavia | 55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
| Condor | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| Discover Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Norse Atlantic Airways | 56 × 45 × 25 cm22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Not on some basic fares |
| LOT Polish Airlines | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | Must fit under seat | Included |
| Air Europa | 55 × 35 × 25 cm21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in | 10 kg | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | Included |
| Aegean Airlines | 56 × 45 × 25 cm22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in | 8 kg | Must fit under seat | Not on some basic fares |
| SunExpress | 55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in | 8 kg | 40 × 30 × 20 cm | Costs extra |
- KLM
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 12 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- British Airways
- Carry-on
- 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 23 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Virgin Atlantic
- Carry-on
- 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Lufthansa
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Air France
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 12 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Iberia
- Carry-on
- 56 × 40 × 25 cm (22 × 15.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Aer Lingus
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 24 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.4 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Icelandair
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Turkish Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- SWISS
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Ryanair
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- easyJet
- Carry-on
- 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 15 kg
- Personal item
- 45 × 36 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- Wizz Air
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- TAP Air Portugal
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Vueling
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- Norwegian
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 15 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- Jet2
- Carry-on
- 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Finnair
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- SAS Scandinavian Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- ITA Airways
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Austrian Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Brussels Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Eurowings
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 25 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- Transavia
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
- Condor
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- Discover Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Norse Atlantic Airways
- Carry-on
- 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- LOT Polish Airlines
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- Must fit under seat
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Air Europa
- Carry-on
- 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 15 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Included
- Aegean Airlines
- Carry-on
- 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- Must fit under seat
- Cheapest fare
- Not on some basic fares
- SunExpress
- Carry-on
- 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in)
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Personal item
- 40 × 30 × 20 cm
- Cheapest fare
- Costs extra
Head-to-head comparisons
KLM carry-on FAQ
KLM allows a carry-on up to 55 × 35 × 25 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.8 in). 12 kg covers the carry-on and personal item together in Economy. The short-haul Basic fare includes only a small under-seat bag; Light and higher fares include the cabin bag.
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Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Airlines change their rules without notice, so confirm with the airline before you fly.
- KLM official baggage policy
- Travel-Dealz: Air France and KLM Basic fare without a cabin bag
- Upgraded Points: carry-on size chart for 63 airlines (updated May 16, 2026)
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