<![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://news.klm.com/ en Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:43:03 +0200 Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:56:36 +0200 <![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg https://news.klm.com/ 144 KLM network: recovery of destination offer, capacity lags far behind https://news.klm.com/klm-network-recovery-of-destination-offer-capacity-lags-far-behind/ https://news.klm.com/klm-network-recovery-of-destination-offer-capacity-lags-far-behind/400198KLM's European network will grow in the coming months from 72 destinations in July to 91 destinations in August, September and October. The number of intercontinental destinations will increase from 51 in July, to 59 in August and 61 in September and October. As a result, KLM offers its customers the widest possible choice of destinations. Capacity in flights and seats, however, is still far below the level before COVID-19.

]]>Compared to 2019, the European network is virtually at its pre-COVID-19 level in terms of number of destinations. Between August and October 2019, KLM offered 92 European destinations. However, the number of flights still lags far behind the level of 2019. In August, there were about 10,000 flights, in September 13,500 and in October more than 11,000. In 2019, there were more than 19,000, 18,800 and 14,700 flights respectively.

The intercontinental network is still slightly behind compared to last year, when 69 destinations were offered between August and October. Currently, one third of intercontinental flights only carry cargo. As soon as local travel rules allow, KLM will start carrying passengers on these flights again. The number of flights is also lagging behind: around 2,000 in August and September and just over 1,800 in October. Last year there were about 3,300, 3,200 and almost 2,600 flights respectively.

KLM has opted to expand the number of destinations first, so that customers have the widest possible choice. The next step is to increase frequencies or increase capacity by deploying larger aircraft on certain routes.

Safety remains paramount

Naturally, KLM has taken measures to ensure that flights are safe for both passengers and staff. For example, face masks are mandatory when boarding and during the flight, there are extra hygiene equipment on board, and KLM's aircraft are cleaned extra thoroughly. The air on board is quickly refreshed using HEPA filters. For more information about the hygiene measures on board, please watch this video: https://youtu.be/frPO6b58kcU.

In addition, KLM naturally adapts to changing circumstances, with governments in various countries taking new measures.

New destinations

New destinations have also been added: Cork (Ireland), Southampton (United Kingdom) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia). The corona crisis has impacted the airline industry heavily. Supply and demand are now subject to greater, more rapid change than before. This means that KLM must maintain an especially resilient network. Less demand on some routes is compensated for by opening up new routes. Additionally, KLM is strengthening its position in the market – in this case, Ireland, the United Kingdom and the Middle East.

Using Embraer 175 equipment, Cork and Southampton will be served daily with effect from 3 and 31 August respectively. Riyadh will be served four times a week using Airbus A330 equipment with effect from 28 September.

]]> Thu, 23 Jul 2020 15:30:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/500_b777headon.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/b777headon.jpg?10000 Southampton latest addition to KLM's European network https://news.klm.com/southampton-latest-addition-to-klms-european-network/ https://news.klm.com/southampton-latest-addition-to-klms-european-network/398951From August 31, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will fly daily between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Southampton, the largest city south of London. The flights will be operated with the Embraer 175, with a capacity of 88 passengers. Southampton is the seventeenth destination in the United Kingdom for KLM.

]]>The corona crisis has a major impact on European aviation. Demand and supply are changing more and faster than before. This means KLM needs a resilient network. By opening a new route such as Southampton, the loss of demand on other routes in Europe will be absorbed. In addition, KLM is strengthening its position in the United Kingdom.

KLM is in the process of slowly and carefully rebuilding the network. The number of destinations is growing rapidly, but the number of flights is still far from the old level. KLM has opted to first offer customers as much choice of destinations as possible. Opening Southampton fits in this strategy.

Flight schedule Southampton

From 31 August 2020, KLM will operate daily flights between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Southampton. The Embraer 175 has 20 seats in Business Class, 8 in Economy Comfort and 60 in Economy Class.

The flight schedule is as follows:

- KL0919 departs from Amsterdam daily at 16.35 and arrives in Southampton at 16.45.

- KL 0920 departs from Southampton daily at 17.20 and arrives in Amsterdam at 19.35.

All times are local.

About Southampton

Southampton is the third largest port in the United Kingdom and the largest cruise port in Northern Europe, with 2 million cruise passengers a year. The city has some of the best preserved medieval city walls in England. A visit to the historic docks is also highly recommended. And the ultra-modern SeaCity Museum tells the story of the Titanic, which left Southampton on 10 April 1912.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2020 09:29:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg?10000 KLM initiates first flights to Southampton, Dresden and Inverness. https://news.klm.com/klm-initiates-first-flights-to-southampton-dresden-and-inverness/ https://news.klm.com/klm-initiates-first-flights-to-southampton-dresden-and-inverness/126214Valencia now served daily as wellThis week, KLM will welcome its first customers on board its flights to the new European destinations of Southampton, Inverness and Dresden. What’s more, KLM will now be offering daily service to the Spanish destination of Valencia. Customers can now choose from a total number of 76 European destinations served directly by KLM from Amsterdam. In total, KLM will be adding up to 700,000 seats (5% growth) to its European destinations this summer.

]]>Schedules new destinations (local time)

Southampton starting May 16

  • Departing Amsterdam 08:35 – Arriving in Southampton 08:45
  • Departing Southampton 09:20 – Arriving in Amsterdam 11:30
  • Departing Amsterdam 16:40 – Arriving in Southampton 16:50
  • Departing Southampton 17:25 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:35
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Dresden starting May 16

  • Departing Amsterdam 16:15 – Arriving in Dresden 17:40
  • Departing Dresden 18:15 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:45
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Inverness starting May 17

  • Departing Amsterdam 09:45 – Arriving in Inverness 10:25
  • Departing Inverness 11:00 – Arriving in Amsterdam 13:40
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Valencia started April 23 only on Saturday and Sunday, as of May 16 daily

  • Departing Amsterdam 13:45 – Arriving in Valencia 16:15
  • Departing Valencia 17:00 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:35
  • Type of aircraft: Boeing 737-700
]]> Mon, 16 May 2016 09:30:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/500_pb-16mei2016.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/pb-16mei2016.jpg?10000 KLM offers customers 5 new scheduled services in Europe https://news.klm.com/klm-offers-customers-5-new-scheduled-services-in-europe/ https://news.klm.com/klm-offers-customers-5-new-scheduled-services-in-europe/100372Southampton (UK), Inverness (UK), Dresden (Germany), Genoa (Italy) and Valencia (Spain)In summer 2016 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will expand its medium-haul network with scheduled service to five new destinations: Southampton, Inverness, Dresden, Genoa and Valencia. Customers can now choose a total number of 76 European destinations that KLM operates directly from Amsterdam. In total KLM will add up to 700,000 seats (5% growth) to European destinations next summer.

]]>As of 1 February 2016 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will cease operations to Köln in Germany. Passengers from the Köln and Bonn area can still be accommodated on KLM operated flights to/from Düsseldorf.

About Southampton

Southampton is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Hampshire on the south coast of England and is situated 121 km south-west of London and 31 km north-west of Portsmouth. Southampton is noted for its association with the RMS Titanic, the Spitfire and more recently as the home port of a number of the largest cruise ships in the world. Southampton has a large shopping centre and retail park called West Quay, which upon opening was the largest City-Centre shopping complex in Europe.

About Inverness

Inverness (meaning "Mouth of the River Ness") is a city in the Scottish Highlands. It is the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, well known for its beautiful natural environment (Loch Ness & Isle of Skye). The Inverness area has been identified as Scotland’s top economic performer. It is home to Scotland’s largest life science business, as well as to big brand names in the food and drink industry, including many globally-renowned whiskey distilleries.

Southampton and Inverness will be the 15th and 16th destination in the UK directly served by KLM.

About Dresden

Dresden is the capital city of the State of Saxony in Germany. It is situated in a valley on the River Elbe, near the Czech border. Dresden has a long history as the capital and royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished the city with cultural and artistic splendor. The city was known as the Jewel Box, because of its baroque and rococo city center. Before and since German reunification in 1990, Dresden was and is a cultural, educational, political and economic center of Germany and Europe.

Dresden will be the 10th destination in Germany which is directly served by KLM from Amsterdam.

About Genoa

Genoa is the capital of Liguria and the sixth largest city in Italy. Genoa has been nicknamed la Superba ("the Proud one") due to its glorious past and impressive landmarks. Part of the old town of Genoa was inscribed on the World Heritage List (UNESCO) in 2006. The city's rich cultural history in notably its art, music and cuisine allowed it to become the 2004 European Capital of Culture. It is the birthplace of Christopher Columbus and Niccolo Paganini. Genoa, which forms the southern corner of the Milan-Turin-Genoa industrial triangle of north-west Italy, is one of the country’s major economic centres. The historical maritime station of Ponte dei Mille is today a technologically advanced cruise terminal, with facilities designed after the world's most modern airports, to ensure fast embarking and disembarking of latest generation ships carrying thousand passengers.

Genoa will be the 7th destination in Italy which is directly served by KLM from Amsterdam.

About Valencia

Valencia is the capital of the community of Valencia and the third largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona. The city is situated on the banks of the Turia, on the east coast of the Iberian Peninsula, fronting the Gulf of Valencia on the Mediterranean Sea. Its historic centre is one of the largest in Spain, with approximately 169 hectares; this heritage of ancient monuments, views and cultural attractions makes Valencia one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. Major monuments include Valencia Cathedral, the Torres de Serrans, the Torres de Quart, the Llotja de la Seda (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996), and the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències (City of Arts and Sciences), an entertainment-based cultural and architectural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.

The Port of Valencia is the 5th busiest container port in Europe and the busiest container port at the Mediterranean Sea.

Valencia will be the fourth destination in Spain which is directly served by KLM from Amsterdam.

 

Schedules new destinations (local time)

Inverness starting May 17

  • Departing Amsterdam 09:45 – Arriving in Inverness 10:25
  • Departing Inverness 11:00 – Arriving in Amsterdam 13:40
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Southampton starting May 16

  • Departing Amsterdam 08:35 – Arriving in Southampton 08:45
  • Departing Southampton 09:20 – Arriving in Amsterdam 11:30
  • Departing Amsterdam 16:40 – Arriving in Southampton 16:50
  • Departing Southampton 17:25 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:35
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Dresden starting May 16

  • Departing Amsterdam 16:15 – Arriving in Dresden 17:40
  • Departing Dresden 18:15 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:45
  • Type of aircraft: Fokker 70

Genoa starting April 22

  • Departing Amsterdam 10:05 – Arriving in Genoa 11:45
  • Departing Genoa 12:20 – Arriving in Amsterdam 14:20
  • Type of aircraft: Embraer 190

Valencia starting April 23 only on Saturday and Sunday, as of May 16 daily

  • Departing Amsterdam 13:45 – Arriving in Valencia 16:15
  • Departing Valencia 17:00 – Arriving in Amsterdam 19:35
  • Type of aircraft: Boeing 737-700
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