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Scandinavian Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest SAS (SK) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: SKSkyTeamFounded 1946HQ: Solna, Stockholm County, Sweden
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About Scandinavian Airlines

Explore the latest SAS (SK) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

SAS was founded on August 1, 1946. It is the flagship airline of Denmark. The head office is located in Solna, Stockholm, Sweden. The main hubs of SAS are Copenhagen Airport, Oslo Airport, Gardermoen, Stockholm Arlanda Airport. The company is also based at Bergen Airport, Göteborg Landvetter Airport, Stavanger Airport, Tromsø Airport, Trondheim Airport. The airline operates regular passenger flights to 168 destinations. The company's fleet consists of 123 aircrafts.

Airline codeSK
Main hubCPH
AllianceSkyTeam
Destinations157
Countries44
Fleet143
Updated: October 2026

Popular Scandinavian Airlines routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
CPH to MADCopenhagen to Madrid3h 25m8NONSTOP
CPH to LAXCopenhagen to Los Angeles11h 40m7NONSTOP
CPH to SFOCopenhagen to SFO10h 50m7NONSTOP
CPH to ORDCopenhagen to Chicago9h 15m7NONSTOP
CPH to JFKCopenhagen to New York8h 40m7NONSTOP

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157 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Copenhagen

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
MAD to CPHMadrid to Copenhagen3h 15m9NONSTOP
CPH to MADCopenhagen to Madrid3h 25m8NONSTOP
CPH to LAXCopenhagen to Los Angeles11h 40m7NONSTOP
LAX to CPHLos Angeles to Copenhagen10h 55m7NONSTOP
CPH to SFOCopenhagen to SFO10h 50m7NONSTOP
SFO to CPHSFO to Copenhagen10h 20m7NONSTOP
CPH to ORDCopenhagen to Chicago9h 15m7NONSTOP
CPH to JFKCopenhagen to New York8h 40m7NONSTOP
ORD to CPHChicago to Copenhagen8h 30m7NONSTOP
CPH to EWRCopenhagen to Newark8h 29m7NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A319 A319-10071-76 cm46 cm8 cm

Scandinavian Airlines baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Each SAS passenger is allowed one bag and one personal item, such as a bag or briefcase. The maximum dimensions of SAS hand baggage are 55 cm x 40 cm x 23 cm (length x width x height), the maximum weight of hand baggage is 8 kg. SAS Checked-in baggage allowance: up to 23 kg (one piece for economy class, two pieces for business class), maximum size - 158 cm (sum of all dimensions).

SAS Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Each SAS passenger may take on board one carrier, holding no more than two small pets. This will count as your carry-on baggage. The total weight of the pet(s) and the carrier may not exceed 8 kg. Pets that exceed the weight allowed for carriage in the cabin may be carried in the cargo compartment. The maximum weight of transported animals is 60 kg. Therefore, up to 2 animals weighing 14 kg can be carried in one carrier.

Flying with pets on SAS

Infants

Infants are defined as children under two years of age. Infants may fly without a seat on the SAS plane, on the lap of an accompanying adult. The fare is 10% of an adult ticket. It is also possible to buy a seat on the plane for an infant at the child's fare. Children over two years of age must have their own seats on the plane. If one adult travels with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap.

SAS Infants policy

Check in rules

For most SAS flights, online check-in is available from 30 hours until one hour before departure. Airport check-in, bag drop and boarding deadlines depend on the departure airport, route and operating carrier. Check the specific instructions in your booking and allow enough time for document checks, baggage drop and security.

SAS Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Children over the age of five can travel alone. A minors' escort SAS service is compulsory for children 5-11 years old. For children over 12 years old, the minors' escort service is not mandatory and can be booked at the parents' request.

Unaccompanied minors in SAS

On-time performance

85.12%On-time arrivals
4.07 minAverage delay
98.91%Completion rate
1.09%Cancellation rate

Scandinavian Airlines FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Scandinavian Airlines.

What are SAS underseat-bag and overhead carry-on limits?

Underseat bags are limited to 40×30×15 cm and 18 L; overhead bags to 55×40×23 cm and 8 kg. Check whether your fare includes an overhead bag.

Can I buy another SAS overhead carry-on if my fare already includes one?

No. Purchase is offered only for Economy Light, with one bag maximum. Standard, Flex, Premium and Business cannot purchase an additional bag.

Can I use a soft case for an instrument on SAS?

No. Instruments require a secure hard case, whether carried or checked. Cabin instruments must meet carry-on limits; contact SAS about extra-seat or checked arrangements for larger ones.

What carrier limits apply to a SAS cabin cat or dog?

Use a soft, fully closing, ventilated, bite- and leak-proof carrier within 40×25×23 cm. Pet plus carrier must not exceed 8 kg and counts as carry-on.

When must I request a SAS cabin pet and arrive at the airport?

Request when booking or through My trips no later than 24 hours before departure, subject to availability. Arrive at least 2 hours before departure.

Can ordinary pets enter the cabin on SAS UK flights or North America/Asia Business?

No. UK flights require pets to travel as cargo; North America/Asia Business and SAS charter flights exclude cabin pets. Certified service animals have separate rules.

Which ages require SAS unaccompanied-minor service?

It is mandatory for solo ages 5–11 and optional for ages 12–15. Scandinavian domestic flights extend availability through age 17.

Can SAS Young tickets include unaccompanied-minor service?

No. Select Unaccompanied minor when booking or add the service to an adult ticket. Under-12 European trips can be booked online; ages 12+ require Customer Service.

What is required at the airport for a SAS unaccompanied minor?

Bring three completed printed forms and valid ID to the counter. The delivering adult must stay until departure; the nominated collector must arrive on time with ID.

Who arranges an escort for a SAS unaccompanied minor’s overnight or airport transfer?

The parent or guardian must arrange the escort and record the arrangements in the unaccompanied-minor form.