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Latest alerts and rebooking policies

Last updated on Tuesday 6 January 2026, 20:30 (Amsterdam time).

Due to the expected winter weather at Paris Airports from Tuesday 06 January 2026 to Thursday 08 January 2026 some of our flights to, from or via all short-haul and medium-haul flights to/from Paris Airports may be disrupted. We are doing our very best to help you on your way again.

Rebooking and requesting a refund

If you have booked a flight to, from or via Paris (CDG) and Paris (ORY) from Tuesday 06 January 2026 to Thursday 08 January 2026, you can see below what rebook and refund options we can offer you. These options are only valid if you have a ticket originally issued on or before Tuesday 06 January 2026.

Does your original flight depart on Tuesday 06 January 2026 to Thursday 08 January 2026 to, from or via Paris (CDG) and Paris (ORY), then your new departure date should be on or before Thursday 15 January 2026. You can rebook your flight at the latest on Thursday 15 January 2026. Please see below options and rules:

1. Rebook to a different travel date

If your flight was cancelled by us or if you cancelled the flight yourself, you can rebook to a different travel date. Please note that:

  • You can only change your travel dates for free if the same travel class is available as mentioned on your original ticket.
  • Your new departure date should be before or on Thursday 15 January 2026.

2. Request a travel voucher

If you want to cancel your flight and request a travel voucher, please note that:

  • You can request a travel voucher that will be valid for one year from the date of issue.
  • You can use this voucher for all KLM, Air France, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic flights that are offered on the Air France KLM website.
  • You can also use the travel voucher to buy extra options like upgrades, specific seats and baggage on KLM and Air France flights.
  • Request a travel voucher

3. Request a refund

If any of your flights were cancelled or if your flight was delayed for at least 3 hours for flights in Europe or at least 5 hours for intercontinental flights, you can request a full refund of the ticket and extra options.

Severe winter weather, including snow and strong winds, has had a significant impact on both flight and ground operations at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol over the past few days. Current forecasts indicate that these challenging conditions will persist over the coming days, potentially affecting some passengers with multiple cancellations. We understand this situation is stressful for everyone traveling. We want to reassure you that we are actively working around the clock to get you to your destination as soon as possible, even if you don’t hear from us right away.

Don’t come to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol if your flight has been cancelled.

Rebooking options

Due to weather-related operational constraints, limited capacity across airlines, and crew scheduling adjustments, rebooking is taking longer than usual. Our teams are working to find the best options available for you, but availability is currently limited, as flights are also full at other airlines. Availability changes frequently, so that seats may become available again at a later stage. If you find suitable alternative travel options yourself, this may help you reach your destination sooner.

What we are doing for you

We’ll rebook you to the next available flight. As soon as we’ve rebooked you, we’ll send you an email, SMS, or push message with your new flight details. You can also check the status of your booking in My Trip: https://www.klm.com/trip. We recommend checking My Trip regularly, as high volumes may delay our notifications.

If you find a better alternative yourself while waiting, you may book it and request a refund afterward: https://www.klm.nl/en/claim

What you can do now if you haven’t heard from us yet

Option 1: Let us rebook you (recommended)

You do not need to take any action at this time. We will notify you as soon as we confirm a new flight.

Option 2: Arrange your own transportation and hotel

You may arrange alternative transport (such as train, bus, or car) directly. You can request reimbursement for reasonable expenses via our website. https://www.klm.nl/en/claim

If you need a hotel because your flight is the next day, the quickest option is to book one  yourself and request reimbursement through our website.

Reimbursement guidelines
  • Meals: up to €25 per person, per meal
  • Transport to/from the airport: up to €50 per transfer
  • Hotel: reasonable nightly rate (we recommend Booking.com to find suitable accommodation)

Customer service availability

Due to the high number of affected passengers, our phone lines and social media channels are extremely busy. For the fastest updates, we recommend checking My Trip regularly.

Your options for later changes

If you have booked a flight to, from or via Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on Tuesday 6 up to and including Monday 12 January 2026, you can see below what rebook and refund options we can offer you. These options are only valid if you have a ticket originally issued on or before Tuesday 6 January 2026.

Does your original flight depart on Tuesday 6 up to and including Monday 12 January 2026 to, from or via Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, then your new departure date should be on or before Monday 19 January 2026. You can rebook your flight at the latest on Monday 19 January 2026. Please see below options and rules:

1. Rebook to a different travel date

If we canceled your flight, or if you canceled it yourself, via MyTrip, you can rebook to a different travel date free of charge if:

  • The same travel class is available as on your original ticket
  • The new departure date is on or before Monday, 19 January 2026

2. Request a travel voucher

If you want to cancel your flight and request a travel voucher, please note that:

  • You can request a travel voucher that will be valid for one year from the date of issue.
  • You can use this voucher for all KLM, Air France, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic flights that are offered on the Air France KLM website.
  • You can also use the travel voucher to buy extra options like upgrades, specific seats and baggage on KLM and Air France flights.
  • Request a travel voucher

3. Request a refund

You may request a full refund of your ticket and extra options if:

  • Any of your flights were canceled, or
  • Your flight was delayed by at least 3 hours (within Europe) or 5 hours (intercontinental)

Your rights

For information about care, assistance, and compensation, please visit: https://www.klm.nl/en/information/legal/passenger-rights

Stay informed

We will notify you immediately if there are any changes. Please make sure your contact details are up to date in My Trip: https://www.klm.com/trip

Due to severe winter weather and ongoing disruptions on Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, unaccompanied minors cannot travel to or from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol through January 11 2026. We’ve placed a temporary full UM embargo to prevent stranding and to protect the safety and wellbeing of minors traveling alone. The restriction will be lifted as soon as conditions improve.

KLM has decided to resume flights to and from Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire, Sint Maarten, Port of Spain, Georgetown, and Bridgetown as of today, January 4 as the airspace has been opened again. For passengers whose flights were canceled on January 3, we are making every effort to rebook them on the next available flight. KLM is closely monitoring the situation in Venezuela, with the safety of our passengers and employees being our top priority. We advise travelers to continue to follow the latest flight information.

What you should do

Due to a high number of requests, our phone lines are currently very busy. The waiting times may be longer than usual. To get help as quickly as possible, we strongly recommend using our self-service options on My Trip or the KLM website to rebook your flight, request a travel voucher, or apply for a refund. These options are available 24/7 and are the fastest way to manage your booking.

If your journey is disrupted, you may arrange your own accommodation, such as a hotel, if needed. Reasonable expenses can be claimed afterwards via https://www.klm.nl/en/claim.

Rebooking and requesting a refund

If you have booked a flight to, from or via below-listed destinations on Saturday 3 January 2026 you can see below what rebook and refund options we can offer you. These options are only valid if you have a ticket originally issued on or before Saturday 3 January 2026.

  • Georgetown (GEO)
  • Bridgetown (BGI)
  • Aruba (AUA)
  • Bonaire (BON)
  • Curacao (CUR)
  • Sint Maarten (SXM)
  • Port of Spain (POS)

Did your original flight depart on Saturday 3 January 2026 to, from or via any of the above-listed destinations. Then we'll do our best to rebook you on the next possible flight. Please see below options and rules:

1. Rebook to a different travel date

If your flight was cancelled by us or if you cancelled the flight yourself, you can rebook to a different travel date. Please note that:

  • You can only change your travel dates for free if the same travel class is available as mentioned on your original ticket.
  • Your new departure date should be before or on Sunday 11 January 2026.

2. Request a travel voucher

If you want to cancel your flight and request a travel voucher, please note that:

  • You can request a travel voucher that will be valid for one year from the date of issue.
  • You can use this voucher for all KLM, Air France, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic flights that are offered on the Air France KLM website.
  • You can also use the travel voucher to buy extra options like upgrades, specific seats and baggage on KLM and Air France flights.
  • Request a travel voucher

3. Request a refund

If any of your flights were cancelled or if your flight was delayed for at least 3 hours for flights in Europe or at least 5 hours for intercontinental flights, you can request a full refund of the ticket and extra options.

Due to infrastructure issues because of Hurricane Melissa in Montego Bay, Jamaica, from Saturday 25 October 2025 to Saturday 31 January 2026, some of our flights to, from or via Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ) are disrupted. We are doing our very best to help you on your way again.

Rebooking and requesting a refund

If you have booked a flight to, from or via Montego Bay, Jamaica from Saturday 25 October 2025 to Saturday 31 January 2026, you can see below what rebook and refund options we can offer you. These options are only valid if you have a ticket originally issued on or before Monday 10 November 2025.

Does your original flight depart from Saturday 25 October 2025 to Saturday 31 January 2026 to, from or via Montego Bay, Jamaica, then your new departure date should be on or before Saturday 7 February 2026. You can rebook your flight at the latest on Saturday 7 February 2026. Please see below options and rules:

1. Rebook to a different travel date

If your flight was cancelled by us or if you cancelled the flight yourself, you can rebook to a different travel date. Please note that:

  • You can only change your travel dates for free if the same travel class is available as mentioned on your original ticket.
  • Your new departure date should be before or on Saturday 7 February 2026.

2. Request a travel voucher

If you want to cancel your flight and request a travel voucher, please note that:

  • You can request a travel voucher that will be valid for one year from the date of issue.
  • You can use this voucher for all KLM, Air France, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic flights that are offered on the Air France KLM website.
  • You can also use the travel voucher to buy extra options like upgrades, specific seats and baggage on KLM and Air France flights.
  • Request a travel voucher

3. Request a refund

If any of your flights were cancelled or if your flight was delayed for at least 3 hours for flights in Europe or at least 5 hours for intercontinental flights, you can request a full refund of the ticket and extra options.

Self-service options