KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Cargo — Freight Services, Routes & Rates

Description

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Cargo — European Cargo Gateway

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (IATA: KL, ICAO: KLM) is the Netherlands’ flag carrier and a cornerstone of the Air France-KLM cargo network. Operating from its hub at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), KLM Cargo serves 53 countries across 115 route pairs through 153 airports. With approximately 601 scheduled flights weekly, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is a major player in international air cargo.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Cargo Routes

Route	Departure Airports	Arrival Airports	Flights
Netherlands → United Kingdom	AMS	ABZ, BHD, BHX	43
United Kingdom → Netherlands	ABZ, BHX, BRS	AMS	32
Netherlands → France	AMS	BOD, BSL, CDG	24
France → Netherlands	BOD, BSL, CDG	AMS	21
Netherlands → United States	AMS	ATL, BOS, DTW	18
United States → Netherlands	ATL, BOS, DTW	AMS	18
Netherlands → Spain	AMS	AGP, ALC, BCN	17
Netherlands → Germany	AMS	BRE, DUS, FRA	16
Netherlands → Norway	AMS	AES, BGO, KRS	15
Germany → Netherlands	BRE, DUS, FRA	AMS	14
Spain → Netherlands	AGP, ALC, BCN	AMS	13
Netherlands → Italy	AMS	BLQ, FCO, FLR	11
Norway → Netherlands	AES, BGO, KRS	AMS	11
Italy → Netherlands	BLQ, FCO, FLR	AMS	11
Netherlands → Denmark	AMS	AAL, BLL, CPH	7
Denmark → Netherlands	AAL, BLL, CPH	AMS	6
Sweden → Netherlands	ARN, GOT	AMS	6
Netherlands → India	AMS	BLR, BOM, DEL	5
India → Netherlands	BLR, BOM, DEL	AMS	5
Poland → Netherlands	GDN, WAW	AMS	5
Netherlands → Sweden	AMS	ARN, GOT	4
Netherlands → Switzerland	AMS	GVA, ZRH	4
Netherlands → Portugal	AMS	LIS, OPO	4
Netherlands → Poland	AMS	GDN, WAW	4
Canada → Netherlands	YUL, YYC, YYZ	AMS	4

Main Cargo Hubs & Airports

KLM operates cargo services through 153 airports worldwide. The primary hub is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), one of Europe’s busiest cargo hubs and a key transit point for intercontinental freight. Schiphol Cargo handles over 1.7 million tonnes annually.

AMS – Amsterdam Schiphol · AUH – Abu Dhabi · DEL – Delhi · BOM – Mumbai · FCO – Rome Fiumicino · BOS – Boston · BKK – Bangkok · KBP – Kyiv Boryspil · DXB – Dubai · JFK – New York JFK · LHR – London Heathrow · FRA – Frankfurt · CDG – Paris CDG · BCN – Barcelona · ARN – Stockholm · CPH – Copenhagen

Countries Served

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Cargo connects 53 countries: Aruba, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Croatia, Cuba, Curaçao, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Sint Maarten, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and United States.

Cargo Rates & Pricing

KLM cargo rates vary by route, season, and cargo type. Typical ranges:

• Netherlands – Europe: €2.00–€3.80/kg
• Netherlands – United Kingdom: €2.20–€3.50/kg
• Netherlands – USA/Canada: €3.50–€7.00/kg
• Netherlands – Asia: €3.50–€6.50/kg
• Netherlands – South America: €4.00–€8.00/kg
• Netherlands – Caribbean: €4.50–€8.50/kg

Rates depend on chargeable weight (actual vs. volumetric), cargo class, and service level. Use our freight calculator for a quick estimate, or request a precise quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Amsterdam Schiphol a top cargo hub?

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is Europe’s third-largest cargo airport, handling over 1.7 million tonnes annually. Its central location, excellent road/rail connections, and 24-hour operations make it ideal for European distribution. Schiphol has specialized facilities for flowers, pharmaceuticals, live animals, and perishables — reflecting the Netherlands’ role as Europe’s logistics gateway.

Does KLM fly cargo to the United States?

Yes, KLM operates 18 weekly flights from Amsterdam to multiple US cities including New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), Chicago (ORD), and San Francisco (SFO). Boeing 777 and 787 widebody aircraft provide substantial cargo capacity on these transatlantic routes.

How does the KLM–Air France cargo partnership work?

KLM and Air France merged their cargo operations into Air France KLM Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo), one of the world’s largest cargo airlines. This gives shippers access to both Amsterdam (AMS) and Paris (CDG) hubs, with combined capacity across 300+ destinations. Booking through either airline provides access to the full AFKLMP network.

What special cargo services does KLM offer?

KLM Cargo offers specialized products: PHARMA for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals (GDP-certified), FRESH for perishables and flowers, LIVE for animals (IATA LAR certified), SAFE for valuables, and VARIATION for outsized cargo. The Netherlands’ flower industry makes KLM one of the world’s leading perishable cargo carriers.

How long does KLM air freight take?

Transit times from Amsterdam: to UK same day, to European capitals 1 day, to USA 1–2 days (direct), to Asia 2–3 days, to South America 2–3 days, to Caribbean 1–2 days. Amsterdam’s hub-and-spoke network enables efficient connections to most global destinations.

Disclaimer: Rates and schedules shown are indicative and subject to change. Actual pricing depends on cargo specifications, season, and availability. Contact us for current rates. Data updated April 2026.