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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines wheelchair service

Learn how to request KLM Royal Dutch Airlines wheelchair assistance and prepare personal mobility equipment for travel.

Policy at a glance

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Wheelchair service

Use this KLM Royal Dutch Airlines assistance guide to request the right mobility support, describe personal equipment and prepare for airport, boarding and onboard handling.

Request

Request wheelchair assistance in My Trip or by contacting KLM at least 48 hours before departure, including if you're bringing your own wheelchair.

At airport

KLM's wheelchair assistance is free of charge; with a 3+ hour connection at Amsterdam Schiphol requested in advance, your own wheelchair can be ready for you at the gate.

Onboard/equipment

Allow at least 2.5 hours to connect through Schiphol if you need mobility assistance there, since these transfers take longer than for other passengers.

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What to do next

Use this KLM Royal Dutch Airlines policy before you travel

  1. 1

    Request early

    Add assistance at booking or within the airline's recommended advance-notice period.

  2. 2

    Describe the support

    Explain whether help is needed to the gate, aircraft door or cabin seat.

  3. 3

    Share equipment details

    Provide wheelchair dimensions, weight, folding method and battery specification.

  4. 4

    Reconfirm and arrive early

    Keep the service confirmation and follow the airline's reporting-time guidance.

Questions answered

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines wheelchair service FAQs

How do I request KLM Royal Dutch Airlines wheelchair assistance?

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Request wheelchair assistance in My Trip or by contacting KLM at least 48 hours before departure, including if you're bringing your own wheelchair.

What assistance does KLM Royal Dutch Airlines provide at the airport?

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KLM's wheelchair assistance is free of charge; with a 3+ hour connection at Amsterdam Schiphol requested in advance, your own wheelchair can be ready for you at the gate.

Can I take my own wheelchair on KLM Royal Dutch Airlines?

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Allow at least 2.5 hours to connect through Schiphol if you need mobility assistance there, since these transfers take longer than for other passengers.

How early should I arrange KLM Royal Dutch Airlines assistance?

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Request support as early as possible and follow the airline's published notice period, especially for powered equipment, medical clearance or a group booking.

How current is this information?

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We summarize KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's own published wheelchair service. Airlines change fees, allowances and document rules without notice, so always confirm the latest details on the official page linked below before you travel.

Where can I find KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's official wheelchair service?

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Use the "Official airline link" button on this page — it goes directly to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines's own wheelchair service page, which is the definitive source.

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