Quick Answer
SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK) is the flag carrier of Sweden, Norway + Denmark — SkyTeam member since September 2024 (left Star Alliance). Founded 1946. 130+ aircraft, 90+ destinations. Baggage allowance (Economy): Cabin (all): 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item (handbag/laptop). SAS Go Light: only cabin. SAS Go: + 1×23kg checked. SAS Plus: + 2×23kg + flexibility + Premium meals + middle seat blocked short-haul. SAS Business (long-haul only): 18kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lie-flat seats + lounge + chauffeur (some markets). Check-in: online 22 hours-30 minutes before departure. Hubs: Copenhagen Kastrup CPH (mega-hub), Stockholm Arlanda ARN, Oslo Gardermoen OSL. SkyTeam: shared with KLM, Delta, Air France, Korean Air. Common fees: 2nd checked €60-100, name change €70+, flight change €60-200. Tip: EuroBonus loyalty — since 2024 transitioning to SkyTeam program structure.
SAS baggage rules
- Cabin (all Economy): 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item.
- Cabin (Business): 18kg (2 pieces × 9kg).
- SAS Go Light fare: NO checked.
- SAS Go: 1×23kg checked.
- SAS Plus: 2×23kg + middle seat blocked + Premium meals + flexibility.
- SAS Business (long-haul only): 18kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lie-flat seats + lounge.
- Sports equipment: ski/bike/golf €40-80.
- SkyTeam Elite Plus: +1 checked bag.
- Children (2-11): same as adults.
- Infants: 1 small item + stroller free.
- SAS Travel Pass: commuter passes for frequent flyers between major Scandinavian cities.
SAS check-in + fares
- Online check-in: 22 hours to 30 minutes before departure.
- Mobile boarding pass: SAS app, ApplePass, GooglePass.
- Self-service kiosks: at all hubs.
- Bag drop: 2-3 hours before departure.
- Boarding closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
- SAS Go Light: cheapest. Cabin only.
- SAS Go: + 1×23kg + paid seat selection.
- SAS Plus: + 2×23kg + middle seat blocked + Premium meals + flexibility + dedicated check-in.
- SAS Business (long-haul only): lie-flat + 2×32kg + lounge + champagne + premium meals.
- SkyPriority: Business + Plus + SkyTeam Elite Plus get priority.
SAS hubs + routes
- Top hubs: Copenhagen Kastrup CPH (mega-hub), Stockholm Arlanda ARN, Oslo Gardermoen OSL.
- Scandinavia ↔ Europe: all major capitals.
- USA: NYC JFK, Boston, Miami, Chicago, LA, San Francisco.
- Asia: Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, Bangkok, Hong Kong (limited).
- Greece + Turkey + Spain seasonal: heavy holiday flights.
- Inter-Scandinavian: Stockholm-Copenhagen, Stockholm-Oslo, Copenhagen-Oslo high-frequency.
- SkyTeam (joined September 2024): KLM, Delta, Air France, Korean Air, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Aeromexico, China Eastern, China Airlines, Aerolíneas Argentinas, Garuda Indonesia, MEA, Saudia, Vietnam Airlines, ITA Airways, Virgin Atlantic.
- Star Alliance partner exit: SAS left Star Alliance Sept 2024 after 27 years.
EuroBonus loyalty
- EuroBonus: SAS frequent flyer program. Earn miles on SAS + SkyTeam (since 2024).
- Status tiers: Member → Silver → Gold → Diamond.
- Silver (SkyTeam Elite — joined Sep 2024): Priority check-in + lounges (limited).
- Gold (SkyTeam Elite Plus): lounge access (SAS + KLM + Air France + all SkyTeam globally) + +1 bag + priority + Plus upgrades.
- Diamond: top tier — guaranteed Plus availability + concierge.
- Status transition 2024-2025: Star Alliance Gold benefits expired with new SkyTeam Gold Elite Plus equivalent.
- SAS Lounges: Copenhagen + Stockholm + Oslo + select international.
- Skytrax: 4-star airline.
- Reviews: 4/5 stars typical. Reliable Scandinavian service.
Common SAS fees + tips
- 2nd checked bag (Economy): €60-100 short-haul, €100-200 long-haul.
- SAS Go Light upgrade to Go: €25-50 to add bag.
- Excess baggage: €40-100 per kg.
- Name change: €70+.
- Flight change: €60-200 + fare difference.
- Cancellation: non-refundable Go Light + Go. Refund Plus + Business.
- Pet (in cabin): €60-100.
- Pet (in hold): €100-300.
- Special assistance: FREE — book 48h ahead.
- WiFi onboard: free for SAS Plus + Business.
- Avoid Go Light if checking bag: +€25-50 = Go fare.
- SAS Plus worth it: middle blocked + Premium meals + 2 bags + flexibility.
- SAS Business long-haul: lie-flat seats + lounge + chauffeur transfer.
- Hubs: CPH most efficient + best connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
SAS cabin baggage?
All Economy: 8kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item. Business: 18kg (2 pieces × 9kg). SAS Go Light = cabin only, no checked.
SAS check-in online?
22 hours to 30 minutes before departure. Mobile boarding pass via app/ApplePass/GooglePass.
SAS Star Alliance or SkyTeam?
SkyTeam since September 2024. Left Star Alliance after 27 years. EuroBonus miles now redeemable on SkyTeam (KLM, Delta, Air France, Korean Air, etc.). Lounge access at all SkyTeam airlines.
SAS Go Light worth it?
Only if no checked bag needed. +€25-50 to add bag = same as SAS Go. Avoid for any leisure trip with luggage.
SAS vs Norwegian?
SAS: full-service flag carrier + SkyTeam + meals + EuroBonus + Plus seats. Norwegian: low-cost + cheaper baseline + Reward CashPoints. SAS for premium long-haul + business. Norwegian for budget short-haul.
SAS Plus worth it?
Yes for medium-haul flights. Middle seat blocked + Premium meals + 2×23kg checked + flexibility + dedicated check-in. €50-100 extra over Go usually worth it.
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- Cabin-size carry-on suitcase — fits 55x40x20cm.
- Underseat backpack 40x20x25 — low-cost personal item.
- Travel insurance Europe — flight delay coverage.