KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands, IATA code KL, hubbed at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Founded in 1919, it is the oldest airline in the world still operating under its original name. KLM is in SkyTeam and runs Flying Blue jointly with Air France.
- Airline code
- KL
- Country
- Hà Lan
- Alliance
- SkyTeam
- Frequent flyer
- Flying Blue
- Hubs
- Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
KLM does not fly nonstop to Vietnam. But there is a new way through: from 25/10/2026 to 25/03/2027 KLM operates Taipei–Amsterdam, sold under China Airlines codeshare numbers CI9387 and CI9388. A Vietnamese passenger can fly to Taipei and connect to Amsterdam on a single ticket.
The new way through Taipei
China Airlines flies Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang to Taipei. Combined with the Taipei–Amsterdam leg that KLM operates, that is a Vietnam–Netherlands journey on one ticket under CI flight numbers.
For the timetable, operating dates and what to check when booking a codeshare, see China Airlines opens Taipei–Amsterdam, CI9387/CI9388.
On a codeshare the operating carrier decides the experience. The ticket carries a China Airlines number, but the passenger flies KLM's aircraft, cabin and service. Seat selection and special meals are handled by KLM; baggage allowance on a connecting itinerary is worth checking against the actual booking.
Where else Vietnamese travellers meet KLM
- On connections within Europe. Schiphol is one of Europe's largest transfer hubs, feeding the continent and North America.
- Through Flying Blue, shared with Air France: miles earned on one work on the other and across SkyTeam.
- On codeshares with other SkyTeam carriers, including Vietnam Airlines and China Airlines.
Other things worth knowing about KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Why SkyTeam matters from Vietnam
Vietnam Airlines is in SkyTeam too, which makes it the easiest alliance for a Vietnam-based frequent flyer to collect and spend in. KLM, Air France, Korean Air and China Airlines are all in the same network.
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General information about the airline. The route network is data TripWise.vn records from live fares at the time of publication and can change. Baggage rules, fare conditions and membership benefits follow the airline's own terms at the time of booking.
Common questions
Questions about KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Does KLM fly nonstop to Vietnam?
No. The closest route today is flying to Taipei and connecting on the Taipei–Amsterdam service KLM operates under China Airlines numbers.
When was KLM founded?
In 1919, making it the oldest airline still operating under its original name.
Whose flights are CI9387 and CI9388?
The numbers are China Airlines'; the flights are operated by KLM as KL808 and KL807.
What is KLM's frequent-flyer programme?
Flying Blue, shared with Air France.
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