July is a landmark month for SAS EuroBonus members, bringing monumental news that will shape the future of the airline. Key updates include Air France-KLM moving to become the majority owner, a record-breaking order for 55 new Embraer jets, and significant changes to the 24-hour cancellation policy and SkyTeam award ticket fees. On top of that, there’s a new route to Greenland and several promotions to earn more points. Let’s dive in!

Key Updates

  • Air France-KLM to Acquire Majority Stake: The group will increase its ownership to 60.5%, deepening SAS’s integration with SkyTeam and Flying Blue.
  • New Cancellation Policy: The 24-hour free cancellation rule will be removed for most bookings from August 27, 2025.
  • Record Aircraft Order: SAS has ordered 55 new Embraer E195-E2 jets to modernize its regional fleet.
  • New Earning Partner: Members can now earn EuroBonus points on TAP Air Portugal flights.
  • SkyTeam Award Fees Increase: Fees for changing SkyTeam award tickets have increased, now varying by route.

In This Article

1. Air France-KLM Acquires Majority Stake of SAS

In a transformative move, Air France–KLM has announced plans to increase its ownership stake in SAS from 19.9% to 60.5%, pending regulatory approval. This deal deepens SAS’s integration into the SkyTeam alliance and will most likely align the EuroBonus program more closely with Flying Blue, reshaping connectivity and award opportunities for members.

Air France-KLM Acquires Majority Stake of SAS

2. SAS Places Record Order for 55 Embraer E195-E2 Jets

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has signed its largest direct aircraft order since 1996: 45 Embraer E195-E2 jets, plus purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft. Valued at roughly US $4 billion (excluding options), this deal underpins SAS’s long-term strategy to modernize its regional fleet, cut emissions, and open new growth corridors from Copenhagen and across Scandinavia.

SAS Places Record Order for 55 Embraer E195-E2 Jets

3. SAS Announces Return to India with New Mumbai Route 🇮🇳

SAS is returning to India after a 17-year absence! The airline will launch a new year-round service between Copenhagen (CPH) and Mumbai (BOM) starting June 2, 2026. The route will operate five times weekly with an Airbus A330, offering a fantastic new long-haul option for earning and redeeming EuroBonus points.

Tickets are not yet on sale, and award seats have not been released. For those interested, we recommend setting up an alert on AwardFares to be notified as soon as cash and award tickets become available.

4. SAS to Remove 24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy

SAS is making a significant change to its booking policy. Effective August 27, 2025, the 24-hour free cancellation rule will be removed for cash tickets purchased on or after this date.

  • Exception: The rule will still apply to tickets to or from the United States when booked at least 7 days before departure, in line with legal requirements.
  • Award Tickets: This change does not affect award tickets. They continue to follow the standard EuroBonus award cancellation policy, which allows for cancellations for a fee up to 24 hours before departure. This policy has never included a 24-hour free cancellation window from the time of booking.

Important Policy Change

This is a major negative change for flexibility. Be sure to double-check your travel plans before booking cash tickets with SAS on or after August 27, 2025, as free changes within 24 hours will no longer be possible for most routes.

SAS removes 24-hour free cancellation policy

5. SAS Increases Change Fees for SkyTeam Award Tickets

Effective July 4, 2025, SAS has updated the change fees for SkyTeam award bookings. The fee, previously a flat 150 SEK per person, now varies based on the route.

  • Short-Haul (Scandinavia & Europe): 250 SEK / 250 NOK / 175 DKK / 25 EUR / 25 USD
  • Long-Haul (Rest of World): 750 SEK / 750 NOK / 525 DKK / 75 EUR / 75 USD
  • Adding a feeder flight still costs 150 SEK per person.
  • Existing Bookings: Trips booked before July 4th can be changed once at the old rate. Subsequent changes will incur the new fees.

6. Planned ‘No-Show’ Rule Change Is Postponed

SAS has postponed a planned change to its ‘no-show’ policy that was set to take effect on July 1. After listening to customer feedback, the airline announced that the stricter rules will not be implemented, and the change is delayed until further notice.

  • What was planned? The change would have required passengers with Pro/Flex tickets to cancel or rebook at least one hour (shorthaul) or three hours (longhaul) before departure. Failing to do so (a ‘no-show’) would have resulted in forfeiting the ticket’s value.
  • What is the current rule? For now, the existing, more flexible rule remains. This means Pro/Flex tickets can still be changed or fully refunded even after the flight has departed in case of a no-show.

7. New Route: SAS Launches Flights to Nuuk, Greenland 🇬🇱

SAS has reconnected with Greenland for the first time in over 20 years, launching a new direct route from Copenhagen (CPH) to Nuuk (GOH). The route operates three times a week during the summer, opening up a unique Arctic destination for EuroBonus members. What makes this route particularly exciting is that it’s a 5+ hour flight available for an insanely cheap redemption rate, making it one of the best value awards in the EuroBonus program!

SAS Launches Flights to Nuuk, Greenland

8. New Partner: Earn EuroBonus Points on TAP Air Portugal 🇵🇹

Starting July 9, 2025, EuroBonus members can earn Bonus points when flying with TAP Air Portugal. This opens up new earning opportunities on TAP’s extensive network to Portugal, Africa, and the Americas. Remember to add your EuroBonus number when booking.

  • Business Class (C, D, J, Z): Earn 150-200% of the distance flown.
  • Economy Class (Y, B, and others): Earn between 10% and 100% of the distance flown, depending on the booking class.
  • Non-Qualifying Classes: R, N, F, X, I do not earn points.
Earn EuroBonus points on TAP Air Portugal flights

9. Earn Double Points on Domestic Flights in August 🇸🇪🇳🇴🇩🇰

Planning domestic travel in Scandinavia this August? Register for a new SAS campaign to earn double Bonus points on all your domestic flights. You must register to be eligible.

  • Register by: July 9, 2025
  • Book by: July 31, 2025
  • Travel between: August 1 - August 31, 2025
SAS promotion for double points on domestic flights in Scandinavia.

10. Hotels by SAS: Last-Minute Summer Sale

The Hotels by SAS Summer Vacation Sale offers at least 30% off select hotels worldwide.

  • Book by: July 21, 2025
  • Stay by: October 31, 2025
Hotels by SAS summer sale promotional image

11. Avis: Earn up to 3,000 Bonus + 1,500 Status Points

Book a mid-size car or larger with Avis and earn a generous points bonus.

  • Book between: July 1 - July 14, 2025
  • Rent between: July 1 - August 17, 2025
  • Bonus for Gold & Diamond: 3,000 Bonus points + 1,500 Status points
  • Bonus for Member & Silver: 2,000 Bonus points + 1,000 Status points
Avis and SAS EuroBonus points promotion

12. Earn Status Points on Amazon Prime Day & Online Shopping 🇸🇪

For a limited time, earn Status points when shopping online. During Amazon’s Prime Day sale, you get an extra boost!

  • Promotion: Earn 20% Status points on top of the regular Bonus points at over 500 online stores.
  • Amazon Prime Day Deal (until July 11): Earn 50 Bonus points + 20% Status points for every 100 SEK spent.
Earn EuroBonus Status Points shopping at Amazon Prime Day Earn EuroBonus Status Points shopping at Amazon Prime Day

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