Delta Air Lines and Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) have established a close partnership to enhance flight offerings to Northern Europe, shortly after SAS joined the SkyTeam alliance.
Codeshare Agreement Launch
The new codeshare agreement officially begins on September 25, allowing frequent fliers to book travel itineraries that include both airlines to over 50 destinations across Europe. SAS flights will soon be bookable through Delta’s website, further integrating their services.
Strategic Benefits
Delta’s Senior Vice President of Alliances highlighted that this partnership aims to strengthen Delta’s presence in Northern Europe, providing customers with improved access to Scandinavian destinations and an enhanced flying experience.
Frequent Flyer Perks
Travelers will benefit from the ability to earn and redeem Delta SkyMiles and SAS EuroBonus miles, regardless of which airline they choose. This means U.S.-based fliers can use SkyMiles for SAS tickets, significantly expanding travel options to Europe.
Expanded Service Routes
SAS has recently increased its nonstop service from several U.S. cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, D.C., to its main hubs in Copenhagen, Oslo, and Stockholm. This facilitates seamless connections to smaller Northern European destinations.
Alliance Transition
As the flag carrier for Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, SAS transitioned from the Star Alliance earlier this year, officially joining SkyTeam in early September following a major investment from Air France-KLM.
Delta’s Global Network Expansion
Delta has been actively expanding its international partnerships, aligning with carriers such as El Al, Kenya Airways, and Riyadh Air over the past year to broaden its global network.
Conclusion
This partnership between Delta and SAS not only enhances connectivity to Northern Europe but also enriches the travel experience for passengers by combining loyalty programs and expanding flight options, marking a significant step in Delta’s global strategy.
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