KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
Kuala Lumpur - Jakarta
Business Class Flight Report
May 2016
Posted by AO/あお
About this flight
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines’ short-haul routes between Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta, as well as Singapore and Jakarta, may be brief in flying time, but they offer the opportunity to experience the top-tier business class products and services normally reserved for long-haul international routes. These segments are a hidden gem for aviation enthusiasts.
Unfortunately, these flights have been suspended following the COVID-19 pandemic, but hopefully, they will resume in the near future. (Note: KLM does not offer a First Class cabin.)
This is a flight review of KLM Business Class from Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Jakarta (Indonesia).
At Kuala Lumpur International Airport, I used the Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge, which is operated in partnership with KLM.
On board KLM Business Class, passengers receive a delightful gift: a miniature ceramic Delft Blue House, modeled after traditional Dutch canal houses. Many travelers enjoy collecting these iconic keepsakes.
Table of Contents
Departure Airport
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Departure Lobby
This is the departure lobby of Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
KLM Check-in Counter
This is the check-in counter for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Boarding Pass
This is the boarding pass.
Boarding Gate
That’s the boarding gate.
Aircraft
A close-up photo of the aircraft.
Lounge
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Malaysia Airlines Lounge Entrance
This is the entrance to Malaysia Airlines’ Golden Lounge, which partners with KLM.
Access to the Golden Lounge is generally available to Business and First Class passengers on oneworld member airlines, as well as oneworld elite status holders.
Aircraft Seen from the Window
A view from inside the Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge.
You can see the KLM aircraft for today’s flight. Interestingly, the word "Asia" is printed below the KLM logo on the tail fin, indicating that this aircraft is designated for Asian routes.
Meal
This is the meal I had inside the Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge.
In-flight Seat
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Business Class Seat
This is the Business Class seat.
Screen (1)
This is the screen installed in front of the seat.
Screen (2)
This is the screen located directly in front of the seat.
Business Class Cabin
This shows the interior of the Business Class cabin. The stylish design features a glossy white base accented with elegant metallic gold lines.
Privacy Divider
This is the privacy divider between adjacent seats. The perforated design adds a bit of elegance.
Cabin View
A view of the cabin.
Ceiling Area
After reclining the seat fully into a flatbed, I took this photo of the area near the ceiling.
Menu
The menu included details about the inflight services.
- • (Before takeoff) Welcome drink, headset
- • (After takeoff) Hot towel
- • (During meal) Dinner, coffee/tea, alcoholic beverages, inflight shopping
- • (After meal) Drinks available upon request
- • (After landing, onboard) Presentation of the famous KLM “Delft Blue House”
- A long-standing KLM Business Class tradition: passengers receive a ceramic miniature of a traditional Dutch house.
Jet Engine
A view of the jet engine taken from the seat window.
In-flight Meal
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Meal Cart
This is the cart used to store and serve the inflight meals.
Even the sides of the cart are decorated with stylish patterns.
Inflight Meal
This was the inflight meal served on today’s flight.
- • Chicken curry with rice and steamed vegetables
- • Taro with peanut sauce
- • Caramel cake
- • Bread with olive oil
- • The small box contained salt and pepper
The tablecloth featured a Dutch-inspired design.
Champagne and Coffee After the Meal
After the meal, I enjoyed a glass of champagne, a cup of coffee, and some chocolates.
In-Flight Service
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Delft Blue “House” Ornament (1)
This is one of KLM’s signature Delft Blue houses. There are many different designs, each modeled after real Dutch buildings.
Knowing you’ll receive one of these makes you want to fly with KLM again and again.
Delft Blue “House” Ornament (2)
I placed the Delft Blue house I received on the side table next to my seat and took a photo.
This unique gift is something no other airline offers—an experience that really captures the joy and romance of travel. I truly hope KLM continues this wonderful tradition.
Approach and Landing
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Jakarta Views
Just moments before landing at the airport in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Scenery Outside
Final approach before landing.
Jakarta Airport (1)
We’ve landed at Jakarta’s Soekarno–Hatta International Airport.
In the distance, you can see aircraft from ANA and JAL parked at their gates.
Jakarta Airport (2)
Closer view of the ANA and JAL aircraft.
In the background, a Singapore Airlines aircraft is also visible.
Arrival Lobby (1)
This is the arrival lobby at Soekarno–Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, taken after immigration.
Arrival Lobby (2)
A look around the arrival lobby area.
