KLM cabin bag size 2026

KLM's cabin bag limit is 55 × 35 × 25 cm, up to 12 kg shared across your cabin items. The personal item limit is 40 × 30 × 15 cm, up to 12 kg shared across your cabin items. Wheels and handles count towards the size.

Last checked 2 Nov 2026 against a recent travel guide that quotes the rules.

KLM hand luggage limits

For the cheapest Economy ticket.

BagSizeWeightIncluded
Cabin bag55 × 35 × 25 cm12 kg (shared)Yes
Personal item40 × 30 × 15 cm12 kg (shared)Yes

Source: published guide, checked 2 Nov 2026. Report a change

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Flying with
55 × 35 × 25 cm, 12 kg
Checking
55.1 × 36.6 × 22.9 cm, hard shell
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Won't fit

Too wide by 1.6 cm. It's 36.6 cm side to side and KLM allows 35 cm.

BagAway Carry-On
Cabin bagKLM
Length
55.1of 55 cm0.1 cm over
Width
36.6of 35 cm1.6 cm over
Depth
22.9of 25 cm2.1 cm spare
Weight12 kg limit, shared

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What you can do

  • Take a bag 35 cm wide or less. 3 bags we list fit.
  • Or check it in when you book. It's usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
  • Fits 2 other airlines, including Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. See all

KLM rules checked 2 Nov 2026. Source. Sizes include wheels and handles.

Bags that fit KLM's cabin bag

3 of the bags we list fit. Each links to the full check.

Popular bags that don't fit

How it compares with other European airlines

AirlineCabin bagVersus KLM
Air France55 × 35 × 25 cm, 12 kgSame space
British Airways56 × 45 × 25 cm, 23 kg31% more space
easyJet56 × 45 × 25 cm, 15 kg31% more space
Lufthansa55 × 40 × 23 cm, 8 kg5% more space
Ryanair55 × 40 × 20 cm, 10 kg9% less space

KLM hand luggage questions

What size is the KLM cabin bag?

KLM's cabin bag limit is 55 × 35 × 25 cm, up to 12 kg shared across your cabin items. That includes wheels and handles.

What size personal item does KLM allow?

KLM's personal item limit is 40 × 30 × 15 cm, up to 12 kg shared across your cabin items. It's included on every fare.

Is the cabin bag free on KLM?

Yes, the cabin bag is included on KLM's cheapest fare.

Will a 22-inch carry-on fit KLM?

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) case: won't fit. Too long by 0.9 cm. It's 55.9 cm top to bottom and KLM allows 55 cm.

Which bags fit KLM's cabin bag limit?

3 of the 14 bags we list fit, including Horizn Studios Gion Shoulder Bag, CabinZero Classic 36L and WANDF Personal Item Duffel.