Quantcast

KLM completes premium economy upgrades on Boeing 777s and 787s

Qantas engineers walk off job on one of the busiest travel days of the year
South Korea to safeguard competition after Korean Air, Asiana merger
Global Airline Industry Revenues Forecast To Top $1 Trillion For First Time In 2025
EasyJet to launch six new routes from the UK next year with £24 flights
A No-Frills Airline Is Getting Into the Premium Game
TAKING OFF: Major airline introduces new inflight service rules with less time to order your drinks
2 Delta flight attendants fail breathalyzer test before flight to JFK
EasyJet reveals plans for new flights from regional UK airport next summer
Airlines not switching quickly enough to green jet fuel, study says
Alaska Airlines tech issue briefly grounds planes in Seattle, disrupts bookings on Cyber Monday
US Senate panel criticizes rising airline seat fees, will call execs to testify
Spirit’s Demise Is a Lesson in ‘Airline-o-nomics’
Inside BA’s new first-class suites: £800 an hour for most private seat
Focus: US airline flight crews confident and angry as unions seek richer contracts
Hawaiian Airlines Eliminates Widebody Route Amid Alaska Airlines Merger
US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?
Delta CEO says the Trump administration will reverse government ‘overreach’ seen under Biden
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy: How will it affect your travel plans?
British Airways yet to identify cause of latest IT meltdown
Delta Airlines Will Start Serving Shake Shack Cheeseburgers Next Month
United Sees Nearly 30% Surge in Travel to European Christmas Markets
Budget airline Israir to launch flights between Israel and NY, ending wartime monopoly by flagship carrier El Al
Asia's airlines blame supply chain woes for disrupted operations
Qantas and Qatar Airways: Planned partnership in the Australian aviation industry under the microscope
Spirit Airlines delays release of Q3 financial results as debt restructuring talks heat up
Delta investigating after plane’s nose mysteriously suffered damage
What Elon Musk's Starlink means for airlines
CAP OFF Major twist in Dublin Airport passenger cap row as High Court pauses decision in victory for airlines next summer season
Riyadh Air plans new jet order decision early next year
Calls for a blanket ban on politicians receiving free flight upgrades
KLM completes premium economy upgrades on Boeing 777s and 787s
Research
Webp d8rgjpda23lr7ayzs7obt2du2d6q
Caroline Tanner News reporter | The Points Guy

KLM has announced the completion of its premium economy cabin installation across its Boeing 777 and 787 Dreamliner fleets. This marks a significant development for the Dutch airline, which initiated the project two and a half years ago.

The introduction of premium economy, branded as Premium Comfort, began in May 2022. The move aligns KLM with other major airlines offering an intermediate class between economy and business. Initially, retrofits were carried out on the younger Dreamliner aircraft before progressing to the Boeing 777s. Enhancements included upgrading World Business pods with privacy panels and aisle access.

A total of 54 wide-body aircraft have been updated with these new features, providing passengers traveling to or from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) more options. Barry ter Voert, KLM's chief experience officer, remarked on the efforts involved: "Over the past two years, colleagues have worked very hard to make the addition of this new class possible."

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

However, not all long-haul aircraft received these updates. KLM's Airbus A330s retain a two-cabin configuration without direct-aisle access for window seats.

The premium economy service offers a similar experience to domestic first class but falls short of international business class standards. It includes enhanced seating comfort and improved meal offerings at a price point between coach and business class.

In related developments, Matt Moffitt from TPG highlighted his positive experience flying KLM’s Premium Comfort cabin on a route from Amsterdam to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), noting features like increased recline and larger seatback screens.

For frequent flyers considering reward redemptions, KLM's Flying Blue loyalty program offers transfer opportunities through several U.S.-based credit card reward programs such as American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

London Heathrow, recognized as Europe's busiest airport, will soon experience an increase in its flight offerings by Oman Air.

Sep 2, 2025

Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport will commence safety and airfield improvement projects on Runway 12R-30L in two distinct phases throughout 2025.

Aug 22, 2025

Delta Air Lines is adjusting its service between Atlanta and Anchorage, extending flights beyond the summer travel season to a year-round offering.

May 15, 2025

UNI Global Union's U.S. affiliate, SEIU, is staging protests across the country against the detention of immigrant workers, including SEIU members.

Apr 18, 2025

An international delegation was barred from entering an Elanders/Bergen Logistics distribution center in New Jersey.

Apr 18, 2025

UNI Global Union affiliate, Communication Workers’ Union of Kenya (COWU Kenya), and Teleperformance have reached a local implementation agreement in Kenya.

Apr 18, 2025