Country: Sweden ·
Hub: Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm (ARN), Oslo (OSL) ·
Alliance: SkyTeam ·
IATA code: SK
24-hour free cancellation: Yes — full refund within 24 hours of booking on US-issued tickets with departure 7+ days away.
Typical refund timeline: 7–21 business days for credit card refunds.
SAS Scandinavian Airlines is the flag carrier of Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, operating from Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm (ARN), and Oslo (OSL) to six US cities: JFK, EWR, BOS, IAD, ORD, and SFO. In 2024 SAS transitioned from Star Alliance to SkyTeam following its acquisition by Air France-KLM, which significantly changed codeshare and miles-redemption patterns. SAS operates new A350-900 aircraft on most US routes, offering one of the more modern long-haul products in the European market.
SAS fare brands and Alliance transition
SAS economy is sold in three brands: SAS Go Light ($140 change fee, no cancellation refund), SAS Go Smart ($140 change fee, cancel for credit), and SAS Go Pro (free changes, full refund). SAS Plus (Premium Economy) is $100 to change. SAS Business is $50 to change, typically refundable. Fare difference applies. Note: SAS transitioned to SkyTeam in 2024, so codeshares with United and Lufthansa have ended; new SkyTeam codeshares with Delta, KLM, and Air France are in place.
EuroBonus program after the SkyTeam transition
SAS's loyalty program EuroBonus remains active. EuroBonus miles can now be earned and redeemed on SkyTeam partners (Delta, KLM, Air France, Korean Air, ITA) instead of Star Alliance partners. If you have existing EuroBonus miles, they're still valid but partner-redemption options have changed. Refund vouchers and credits remain available as before.
Scandinavia routing and stopover options
SAS's Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Oslo hubs are well-positioned for onward European travel, with extensive service to the Baltics, Eastern Europe, and Russia (where service has been suspended since 2022). SAS offers a Scandinavia Stopover similar to TAP's Portugal Stopover — you can extend a layover in Copenhagen, Stockholm, or Oslo for up to 7 days at no extra fare cost.
EU261 protection and SAS's recent restructuring
SAS emerged from US Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2024, and the new owners (Air France-KLM, Lind Invest, and others) have stabilized operations. EU261 protection applies normally — full refund or rebooking for cancellations, plus €250–€600 compensation if within 14 days and SAS's fault. Operations are now more reliable than during the 2022–2023 restructuring period.
SAS Scandinavian Airlines change & cancellation fees in detail (2026)
| Fare class | Change fee | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | $140 | $220 |
| Premium Economy | $100 | $175 |
| Business | $50 | $125 |
| First / Suites | $0 | $100 |
Indicative fees per passenger per direction. Fare difference may apply. Refundable fare types have different rules — call to verify your specific ticket.
Common reasons US travellers call about SAS Scandinavian Airlines
- Change an SAS US-Scandinavia ticket
- Cancel and recover EuroBonus credit
- Rebook after the SAS-Star to SkyTeam alliance transition
- Handle multi-Scandinavia routings
- Process SAS Business changes on the A350
SAS Scandinavian Airlines FAQ
SAS Go Light and Smart: $140 USD per passenger per direction. SAS Plus: $100. SAS Business: $50. Pro: free. Fare difference always applies.
Yes — SAS transitioned from Star Alliance to SkyTeam in 2024 following its acquisition by Air France-KLM. Codeshares with United and Lufthansa have ended; new codeshares with Delta and KLM are now in place.
Yes — EuroBonus is still active. Existing miles are valid for redemption, but partner-redemption options have shifted from Star Alliance to SkyTeam.
Yes — SAS offers a stopover program in Copenhagen, Stockholm, or Oslo for 1–7 days at no extra fare. It can be added at booking or later through an agent.
Yes — SAS emerged from Chapter 11 in 2024 with stable ownership and refreshed fleet. Operations have normalized and on-time performance has improved.