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SAS Scandinavian Airlines

Scandinavia's airline, with hubs in Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo

  • SwedenCountry
  • SKIATA Code
  • SASICAO Code
  • SkyTeamAlliance
  • Full-ServiceAirline Type

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About SAS Scandinavian Airlines

SAS Scandinavian Airlines is the flag carrier of Denmark, Norway and Sweden and a SkyTeam member, flying from Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo across Scandinavia and to Europe, North America and Asia. In Europe, Economy Light includes only a personal item, while Standard adds an 8 kg cabin bag and a 23 kg checked bag. This guide covers the fares, bag prices, power bank rules, EuroBonus and how SAS compares with Finnair and KLM.

SAS was founded in 1946 as a partnership between Denmark, Norway and Sweden and is headquartered in Stockholm. It left Star Alliance and joined SkyTeam on 1 September 2024, with Air France-KLM as a major shareholder.

SAS Scandinavian Airlines flights to Copenhagen
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Power Bank Rules on SAS

SAS follows the ICAO rules applied by European airlines since 27 March 2026:

  • A maximum of two power banks per passenger, in cabin baggage only.
  • No charging power banks, or devices from them, during the flight.
  • Power banks are never allowed in checked bags.

Larger batteries need the airline’s approval, so check before you fly.

Check-In at Copenhagen, Stockholm and Oslo

Online check-in is available on the website and app, and self-service bag drops are common at Scandinavian airports.

Copenhagen is compact and easy to connect through, but allow time for passport control on non-Schengen flights. Families travelling with infants can check a pushchair and car seat free.

How to Find Cheap Flights to Scandinavia

SAS flights to Stockholm
Photo: Jon Flobrant / Unsplash
  • Prepay bags at least 8 days ahead.
  • Compare Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm departures.
  • Travel in spring or autumn for lower fares.
  • Use EuroBonus points for award seats.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see SAS next to Finnair, KLM and others.

SAS vs Finnair vs KLM

All three connect Northern Europe with the rest of the world.

SASFinnairKLM
HubCopenhagen, Stockholm, OsloHelsinkiAmsterdam Schiphol
AllianceSkyTeamoneworldSkyTeam
Cheapest Europe farePersonal item only (Light)Small bag only (Superlight)Personal item only (Basic)
Economy carry-on8 kg8 kg12 kg total
Best forScandinaviaEurope–Asia and LaplandEasy connections

See our Finnair guide and KLM guide to compare.

Arriving in Copenhagen

Copenhagen Airport is about 8 km from the city centre. Metro and trains reach the centre in about 15 minutes.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is SAS a Good Airline?

Yes. SAS offers reliable service, comfortable cabins and the best network across Scandinavia, now with SkyTeam benefits. In Europe, Light includes only a personal item, so add bags early.

For more options, see our Air France guide, our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against a 2026 SAS baggage summary and ICAO’s 2026 power bank rules. Rules change, so check the official SAS website before you travel.

SkyTeam & Airline Partnerships

SAS joined SkyTeam on 1 September 2024 after leaving Star Alliance. You can now connect onto partners such as Air France, KLM, Delta and Virgin Atlantic on one ticket and earn EuroBonus points across the alliance.

Learn more about SkyTeam

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

SAS works especially closely with Air France and KLM, which are set to take a majority stake in the airline, and with Delta and Virgin Atlantic on transatlantic routes.

Hubs & Focus Cities

SAS has three hubs: Copenhagen (CPH), its largest, plus Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Oslo Gardermoen (OSL). Most long-haul flights leave from Copenhagen.

Popular SAS Scandinavian Airlines Routes

SAS's busiest routes link Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm with each other and with Bergen, Trondheim and London. Copenhagen is the largest hub and the base for most long-haul flights to North America and Asia, including New York and Tokyo. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

SAS Scandinavian Airlines Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

SAS sells Economy as Light, Standard (sometimes called Go Smart) and Flex, with SAS Plus (premium economy) and SAS Business above. Light is the cheapest and has the strictest rules; Standard adds a cabin bag in Europe and a checked bag, and Flex, Plus and Business add more flexibility and benefits.

When you change, you pay any difference in fare plus any change fee for your fare type. Check the fare rules shown when you book.

  • Economy Light Lowest price; in Europe a personal item only, no checked bag and the strictest change rules.
  • Economy Standard (Go Smart) Cabin bag and one checked bag, with more flexibility.
  • Economy Flex The most flexible Economy fare.
  • SAS Plus Premium economy with extra bags, fast track and lounge access on many routes.
  • SAS Business The most flexible fares and lie-flat seats on long-haul.
  • Flights to or from the USA You can cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund if you booked at least 7 days before departure.
  • EU passenger rights Regulation 261/2004 may entitle you to compensation for long delays or cancellations.

SAS Scandinavian Airlines Seat Selection & Additional Services

You can choose a seat when booking or at check-in, with paid seat selection on the cheapest fares. SAS Plus passengers get extra benefits like fast track and lounge access on many routes, and SAS Business has lie-flat seats on long-haul aircraft.

SAS offers free Wi-Fi messaging on many flights, and EuroBonus members get extra benefits such as better seats and more bags depending on their level.

  • Seat selection Paid on the cheapest fares; more choice on higher fares.
  • SAS Plus Premium economy with fast track and lounge access on many routes.
  • SAS Business Lie-flat seats on long-haul flights.
  • Extra bags Cheaper when added online before travel.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

SAS Scandinavian Airlines Baggage Allowance

Every SAS passenger can bring a personal item of up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm. On flights within Europe, Economy Light does not include a cabin bag; on flights to the US, Canada and Asia it does. Standard (sometimes called Go Smart), Flex, SAS Plus and Business include a cabin bag of up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and 8 kg.

Light includes no checked bag. Standard and Flex include one 23 kg bag, SAS Plus two 23 kg bags and Business two 32 kg bags. Prepay bags at least 8 days ahead for the best price.

  • Personal item (all fares) Up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
  • Economy Light (Europe) Personal item only; cabin bag about €12 online or €45–55 at the gate.
  • Economy Light (US, Canada, Asia) Cabin bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm, 8 kg) included; no checked bag.
  • Economy Standard and Flex Cabin bag plus 1 checked bag of 23 kg.
  • SAS Plus 2 checked bags of 23 kg each.
  • Business 2 cabin bags and 2 checked bags of 32 kg each.
  • Checked bag fees About €16 if bought 8+ days ahead, rising to €35–75 in the last day or at the airport.
  • EuroBonus Silver and SkyTeam Elite get 1 extra checked bag even on Light; Gold and Diamond get 2.
  • Infants on paid fares (not Light) A free 23 kg bag; pushchair and car seat travel free.

EuroBonus: SAS Scandinavian Airlines Loyalty Programme

EuroBonus is SAS's free loyalty programme. You earn points on SAS and SkyTeam flights and with partners such as credit cards, hotels and shops, and redeem them for award flights, upgrades and more.

Members move up through Silver, Gold and Diamond, with Pandion by invitation, and higher levels are recognised as SkyTeam Elite and Elite Plus.

  • Member Free entry level for all members.
  • Silver Priority services and SkyTeam Elite status.
  • Gold Lounge access, extra baggage and SkyTeam Elite Plus status.
  • Diamond More benefits and the highest priority.
  • Pandion Invitation-only top level.
  • SkyTeam Earn and redeem points across SkyTeam airlines.
Join or log in on the SAS Scandinavian Airlines website

SAS Scandinavian Airlines: Frequently Asked Questions

01Where is SAS Scandinavian Airlines headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.

02When was SAS Scandinavian Airlines founded?

The airline was founded in 1946.

03Is SAS in Star Alliance or SkyTeam?

SAS left Star Alliance and joined SkyTeam on 1 September 2024. You can now earn and use EuroBonus points with SkyTeam airlines such as Air France, KLM and Delta.

04Does SAS Economy Light include a cabin bag?

Not on flights within Europe, where Light includes only a personal item; a cabin bag costs about €12 online. On flights to the US, Canada and Asia, Light includes a cabin bag.

05Does SAS Light include a checked bag?

No. Standard and Flex include one 23 kg checked bag, SAS Plus two and Business two 32 kg bags. EuroBonus Silver and above get extra bags even on Light.

06What is SAS's cabin bag limit?

One cabin bag of up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm and 8 kg, plus a personal item of up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm.

07Can I change or cancel an SAS flight?

SAS sells Economy as Light, Standard (sometimes called Go Smart) and Flex, with SAS Plus (premium economy) and SAS Business above. Light is the cheapest and has the strictest rules; Standard adds a cabin bag in Europe and a checked bag, and Flex, Plus and Business add more flexibility and benefits. When you change, you pay any difference in fare plus any change fee for your fare type.

08What are SAS's IATA and ICAO codes?

SAS's IATA code is SK and its ICAO code is SAS. You'll see the IATA code (SK) in flight numbers and on boarding passes.

09Where is SAS's main hub?

SAS's main hub is Copenhagen (CPH). It also flies from Stockholm (ARN) and Oslo (OSL).

10What is SAS's frequent flyer programme?

EuroBonus is SAS's free loyalty programme. You earn points on SAS and SkyTeam flights and with partners such as credit cards, hotels and shops, and redeem them for award flights, upgrades and more.

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