SAS Expands its Reach with New Direct Flights to World’s Busiest Airport in Atlanta

Monday, June 17, 2024

SAS is expanding its North American network to meet increasing travel demands between Scandinavia and the United States, introducing its ninth destination. Beginning June 17th, SAS will offer daily nonstop flights from Copenhagen to Atlanta, providing a new direct route to the U.S.

Atlanta, a city renowned for its cultural richness, historic landmarks, diverse culinary offerings, and vibrant sports scene, is a destination worth exploring. In 2023, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport handled nearly 104 million passengers, solidifying its status as the world’s busiest and most efficient airport.

On September 1, 2024, SAS will become a part of SkyTeam, enhancing connectivity for its customers. Atlanta serves as a major hub for SkyTeam member Delta Air Lines, enabling seamless access to the extensive SkyTeam network spanning over 1,060 destinations across all member airlines. SAS has already begun integrating Delta Air Lines flights into its schedules, providing travelers with expanded connectivity options.

“SAS is excited to expand its offerings for both business and leisure travelers. Leisure travelers can look forward to exploring Atlanta and several new destinations across the USA, all conveniently accessible from Atlanta. For business travelers, Atlanta serves as a significant hub, home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, making it a lucrative and essential destination”, says SAS Chief Commercial Officer, Paul Verhagen.

“Working closely with SAS will further strengthen Delta’s presence in Northern Europe by offering our customers improved access to destinations,” says Alain Bellemare, Delta’s E.V.P. & President – International. “Our bilateral agreement is integral to our long-term strategy to better connect Delta customers around the world and SAS’ new nonstop service between Atlanta and Copenhagen, one of their primary European hubs, is a strong start in building our future cooperation.”

SAS will operate the route using both Airbus A330 and A350 aircraft, each offering three travel classes: SAS Business, SAS Plus, and SAS Go.

Here are five facts about Atlanta:

1. Atlanta is the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr.
2. It has been a hub for the Black queer community for over two decades.
   Coca-Cola originated and was founded in Atlanta.
3. Atlanta boasts professional teams in baseball, American football, soccer, and basketball.
4. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport features rotating and permanent art exhibits, with the initiative starting in 1979.

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