transatlantic · 9h 25m · 8,365 km

Salt Lake City to Amsterdam

2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked

In business class, KLM's World Business Class (777-200ER) leads the field with a 7.4/10.In premium economy, KLM's Premium Comfort (777-200ER) edges out the field with a 5.2/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly KLM. It has a wider seat (21" vs 20") and a door for privacy.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:close call

Fly KLM. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:close call

Fly Delta. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on KLM).

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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World Business ClassKLM · Boeing 777-200ER · 2024 cabinBest on route
Lie-flat with door · 1-2-1 · 60" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliablePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP, Bilt
Full power outlets + Suite door
7.4
Very good
Seat 7.5·Amenity 7.3
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Delta OneDelta · Airbus A330-300 · 2017 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 80" pitchVery reliablePoints: Amex MR
Free Wi-Fi + Longer bed
6.7
Good
Seat 6.8·Amenity 6.6

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  • In business class, KLM's World Business Class (777-200ER) leads the field with a 7.4/10.
  • In premium economy, KLM's Premium Comfort (777-200ER) edges out the field with a 5.2/10.
  • In economy, Delta's Main Cabin (A330-300) edges out the field with a 4.8/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: Delta or KLM on SLC-AMS?

World Business Class (KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, 777-200ER) edges out Delta One (Delta Air Lines, A330-300) in business, scoring 7.4/10 vs 6.7. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. Delta Air Lines fights back on legroom and bed length.

Which is better in premium economy: Delta or KLM on SLC-AMS?

Delta Premium Select (Delta Air Lines, A330-300) and Premium Comfort (KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, 777-200ER) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5 vs 5.2/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs no power — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: Delta or KLM on SLC-AMS?

Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A330-300) edges out Economy (KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 4.8/10 vs 4.3. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines fights back on entertainment and power.

What are the best seats in Delta Delta One on SLC-AMS?

Best: Window seats in odd rows for the most privacy with herringbone stagger. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Footwell can be tight on taller passengers. Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 without doors. Safran Cirrus III (not Thompson Vantage suites — those are on the A330-900neo). 15.4-inch IFE. Free Viasat wifi. Someone Somewhere amenity kit. Delta retrofit to Thompson Vantage XL suites with doors expected ~2027.

What are the best seats in Delta Delta Premium Select on SLC-AMS?

Best: Window pairs for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section middle seat. 2-3-2 premium economy. 13.3-inch IFE. Free wifi. NC headphones provided.

What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on SLC-AMS?

Best: The 2-4-2 layout means no middle seat in window pairs — better than 3-3-3. Avoid: Inner seats in the center 4-section. 2-4-2 economy (wider than typical 3-3-3). 9-inch IFE. Free wifi.

What are the best seats in KLM World Business Class on SLC-AMS?

Best: Aft cabin (rows 8-9) is smaller and quieter with only 8 seats. Window seats in rows 2-5 for maximum privacy. Avoid: Row 1 has galley proximity and less storage. Center pairs in row 7 near the cabin divider. Refurbished 777-200ER with new Jamco Venture reverse herringbone 1-2-1 layout. Fabric sliding privacy doors (31" tall with magnetic locks). 18.5" 4K IFE screen. Wireless charging pad at each seat plus USB-A, USB-C, and AC outlets. Gogo 2Ku WiFi (paid: surf or stream pass; WhatsApp free). Dutch cheese course with multi-course dining.

What are the best seats in KLM Premium Comfort on SLC-AMS?

Best: Window pairs (A-B or J-K) for couples. Row 11 for quick lavatory access. Avoid: Middle seat in center section (E seat) has no direct aisle or window. 2-3-2 layout with 38-inch pitch and dedicated cabin between business and economy. 13.3-inch Panasonic eX2 IFE. USB-A, USB-C, and AC power. Same catering as economy with priority boarding and amenity kit.

What are the best seats in KLM Economy on SLC-AMS?

Best: Economy Comfort rows (18-21) have 34" pitch and extra recline for a surcharge. Exit rows for legroom. Avoid: Last rows (40-43) near lavatories and galley. Middle seats (B, E, H) throughout. 3-3-3 layout with 219 seats including 44 Economy Comfort seats with extra pitch. Panasonic eX2 IFE with 11-inch screens. USB power at every seat. Complimentary meals with choice of entrees. Gogo 2Ku WiFi available for purchase.