KLM is one of the largest airlines in Netherlands, the flag carrier which is headquartered in Amstelveen. KLM Airlines is a service provider for more than 150 destinations for both domestic and international destinations. If you have to cancel your flight ticket with KLM, then you can cancel it from the comfort of your home. KLM Airlines offers multiple ways to alter your existing reservations, you can modify your trips by visiting their official page, by calling KLM customer care number, through their social media handles, by sending an email, Facebook, Whatsapp or by visiting the airport helpdesk. However, the most important thing a passenger needs to be aware of terms and conditions for cancelling a KLM flight. Get more guide and important travel tips on this page before cancelling your flight ticket with KLM Airlines.
Whether you want to cancel a group travel, cancel a booking for multiple passenger, cancel a Blue reward flight ticket, then you need to follow the KLM Flight Cancellation Policy 2023 for a risk free cancellation process.
According to the updated KLM Flight Cancellation Policy a passenger cancelling their flight ticket need to follow the given guidelines:
For cancelled or Delayed KLM Flight you can request for a refund if:
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Conditions |
Travel voucher |
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Extension of KLM Ticket validity after an outbound flight departure |
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Refund in the original form of payment |
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Fare difference for KLM Tickets |
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You can always request a refund by calling the KLM customer support centre if your refund was not possible under the given circumstances. You can also request for a refund with your travel insurance if applicable or by providing all the relevant documents needed to meet the refund requests.
Also if you booked your KLM flight ticket through a third party agent/ travel agent then you can call them directly and ask them to get your refund at the earliest.
To cancel your KLM flight ticket:
If you cancel your KLM flight ticket within 24 hours of purchase/ one day then you can cancel any type of fare type for free. KLM Airlines will issue you a complete refund for both refundable and non refundable fare type. If you book after 24 hours then you will be charged additional fees depending on the fare type, destination and type of travel you are making. Also there will be no cancellation fees if the flight is cancelled by the airlines itself.
Flight cancellation |
Cancelation fees |
Within 24 hours of booking |
Zero fees |
After 24 hours of booking |
$200 to $500 |
Flight cancellation by KLM airlines |
Zero fees |
Economy seat |
$100 to $500 (applicable for domestic and international flights) |
Premium Comfort Plus |
$200 to $500 (applicable for domestic and international flights) |
Business Class |
$200 to $500 (applicable for domestic and international flights) |
You might be entitled to some refund/compensation if you have cancelled your flight ticket or if your flight was delayed by three or more hours.
You can request for a compensation/reimbursement for unforeseen expenses like delay or rebooked flights, to make a request check the points below:
Step 1 |
Log in to your KLM travel account or sign in as a guest |
Step 2 |
If you are already a member your details will be filled in automatically from your profile |
Step 3 |
Enter your ticket number and track your claims easily |
Step 4 |
You can also track your flight details and make changes if required. |
If you are looking for any other flight assistance you can visit the KLM Customer support page, and explore your options.
KLM Airlines will issue you a refund in the form of travel voucher also known as –EMD Voucher which will be issued depending on the type of flight ticket you have purchased.
Distance Travelled |
EMD Voucher |
Value of the Voucher |
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Will be issued A type voucher |
EUR 350 which is non refundable and EUR 250 with cash payment. |
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Will be issued a B type voucher |
EUR 500 which is non refundable and EUR 400 with cash payment. |
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Will be issued a C type voucher |
EUR 800 which is non refundable and EUR 600 with cash payment. |
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Voucher A, Voucher B, Voucher C |
Compensation will be reduced by 50% for all type of vouchers issued to passengers. |
Note that the KLM travel voucher issued to the passenger will either be of cash payment or non refundable in nature which can be used for booking a new flight ticket in future with KLM Airlines or enjoy free seat upgrades along with other services.
Call KLM Airlines phone number today at +1-855-448-3664 if you want to see if you have already requested a travel voucher, how to use your travel voucher, exchange for cash, exchange voucher, cancelling and changing a KLM flight ticket, travel voucher conditions, assistance and compensation or other travel enquiries.
You can request for a compensation/reimbursement for flights that has been cancelled, delayed or rebooked flights by the airlines itself. If your flight is delayed by more than three hours you cancel your trip and ask for a refund without any extra charges. Or you can ask the airlines to accommodate you on another departing flight without any charges. Also if your flight requires you to stay overnight then you ask the airlines to accommodate you with a free hotel stay.
Flight cancellation will be possible only if the passenger has booked their ticket from KLM Airlines official site, through a call centre, through the mobile app, etc. Bookings made for passengers with special assistance like disability, wheelchair assistance, will not be eligible for cancellation. Non refundable flight tickets are not eligible for cancellation after the 24 hour policy.
Yes, KLM Airlines charge for Flight Cancellation, if you cancel your KLM flight ticket within 24 hours of purchase/ one day then you can cancel any type of fare type for free. KLM Airlines will issue you a complete refund for both refundable and non refundable fare type. If you book after 24 hours then you will be charged additional fees depending on the fare type, destination and type of travel you are making. Also there will be no cancellation fees if the flight is cancelled by the airlines itself.
Under the 24 hour risk free period if you have booked a flex flight ticket then you can receive a refund free of charge if you cancel it within 24 hours or for a minor fee after 24 hours depending on the fare type. Note that the KLM booking fee any payment surcharges and reissue fee will not be refunded back to the passenger. Both light and standard tickets are refundable if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking.
Yes, KLM Airlines issue a travel voucher as refunds. KLM Airlines will issue you a refund in the form of travel voucher also known as –EMD Voucher which will be issued depending on the type of flight ticket you have purchased.
KLM Airlines issue a travel credit when you can cancel your trip because of uncontrollable situations like bad weather conditions, severe illness or travel ban, immediate death of a travel partner, immediate death of a family member. Refund will be issued by KLM Airlines based on the situation and the fare type you have purchased; you may be issued a travel credit/ travel voucher for the unused portion of your journey. The validity of the travel credit/ travel voucher is one year from the original date of issue and you may redeem it anytime within a year.