CDG · Paris · Terminal T2
KLM Check-in at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
KLM departs from Terminal T2 at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Online check-in opens 30h before departure.
KLM check-in rules at CDG
Step-by-step at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
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Check in online
Open the KLM app or website 30 hours before departure. Save the boarding pass to your phone wallet.
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Arrive at Terminal T2
KLM flights at CDG depart only from Terminal T2. Allow 120 minutes from arrival to gate.
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Drop off bags at T2F main hall
Bag-drop 2 hours before departure, closes 45 minutes before departure. Self-service kiosks available.
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Clear security
Submit your wait time on the airport page above to help others. Standard liquids rule: 100 ml in a single transparent bag.
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Walk to gate T2F (Schengen)
Allow 10–15 minutes from security to your gate. Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure; gate closes 20 minutes before.
Boarding KLM at CDG
Terminal T2 notes
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Typical gates
KLM flights typically depart from gates T2F (Schengen).
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Walk time
Expect 10–15 minutes from security to the furthest gate.
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Eat & shop
T2F has Paul, Ladurée, Bourse de Paris, multiple French cafes. Strong selection.
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Lounges
Air France-KLM Lounge T2F (Business + SkyTeam Elite Plus + Flying Blue Platinum). One of Europe's best airline lounges.
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Family / accessibility
Family priority lane. Stroller drop at gate. KLM offers children's bag with toys.
Known issues at CDG with KLM
AF-operated KL flights at T2E or T2F
Problem: Many KL-numbered CDG-AMS flights are operated by Air France — same terminal but different operating airline for online check-in.
Solution: Verify 'Operated by'. If AF, use airfrance.com instead of klm.com.
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