Scandinavian Airlines System

Scandinavian Airlines (commonly known as SAS) is a full‑service legacy carrier focused on connecting the three Scandinavian capitals with European cities and selected intercontinental destinations. From a traveler’s perspective it offers a traditional network-carrier product with tiered fares, airport lounge access for premium and elite passengers, and Star Alliance connectivity that simplifies connections and award bookings.

The airline’s primary market is Scandinavia and northern Europe, supplemented by long‑haul services to key international destinations; being a Star Alliance member significantly broadens flight and frequent‑flyer options for passengers.

EuroBonus 12 Scandinavian Airlines' Frequent Flyer Program

EuroBonus is SAS’s frequent flyer program; members earn points on SAS flights and with numerous airline and non‑airline partners, and points can be redeemed for award travel, upgrades and other benefits. The program includes elite tiers (commonly referred to as Silver, Gold and Diamond) that provide progressively stronger benefits such as priority services and lounge access. Because EuroBonus is part of Star Alliance, crediting SAS flights to the program is generally worthwhile for travelers who will use alliance benefits or pursue status.

Where Scandinavian Airlines Flies

SAS centers its route network on the Scandinavian capitals, operating major hubs at Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), and from there serves domestic Norway/Sweden/Denmark routes, extensive European point‑to‑point service, and a selection of intercontinental flights. The carrier’s Star Alliance membership and bilateral codeshares extend its reach well beyond its own scheduled flights, making connections to global destinations straightforward when booked via alliance partners.

Hubs

• Copenhagen Kastrup Airport · CPH

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

SAS operates a mix of short- and medium-haul narrowbody aircraft for European routes and a smaller set of widebody aircraft that serve intercontinental sectors. Cabins are sold under a tiered structure that typically includes a main economy product, a premium economy-style fare branded as SAS Plus, and a Business class for premium travelers; long‑haul business cabins offer lie‑flat seats while short‑haul business is closer to an enhanced premium offering.

Aircraft types operated: Fokker F27 Friendship, Fokker 50, Saab 2000, de Havilland Canada DHC-8-400

Tips for Flying Scandinavian Airlines System

• Credit flights to EuroBonus if you plan to fly SAS or Star Alliance partners frequently, since status and award availability are tied to the program.
• Buy SAS Plus on European flights when you want included checked baggage, extra legroom, and more flexible ticketing instead of paying add‑ons on Go fares.
• Check the fare class before booking to know how many points and status credits a ticket will earn, as cheapest fares often earn reduced credit.
• If you have Star Alliance Gold via EuroBonus or another carrier, expect lounge access and priority boarding across SAS and its alliance partners when traveling on qualifying tickets.