Advertiser Disclosure

Many of the credit card offers that appear on this site are from credit card companies from which we may receive financial compensation when a customer clicks on a link, when an application is approved, or when an account is opened. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). However, the credit card information that we publish has been written and evaluated by experts who know these products inside out. We only recommend products we either use ourselves or endorse. This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers that are on the market. See our advertising policy here where we list advertisers that we work with, and how we make money. You can also review our credit card rating methodology.

The 5 Best Ways To Redeem SAS EuroBonus Points [For Max Value]

Andrew Kunesh's image
Andrew Kunesh
Edited by: Jessica Merritt
& Keri Stooksbury
Jump to Section

We may be compensated when you click on a link, when an application is approved, or when an account is opened from one or more of our advertising partners. Terms apply to the offers below. See our Advertising Policy for more about our partners, how we make money, and our rating methodology. Opinions and recommendations are ours alone.

See Card Offers Up To 175K Points!

Top Partner Offers

BEST LOUNGE CARD
Platinum Card® from American Express

Platinum Card® from American Express

Apply Now(at Amex's secure site)
As High As 175,000 Points. Find Out Your Offer.
LAST CHANCEChase Sapphire Reserve®

Chase Sapphire Reserve®

Apply Now(at Chase's secure site)
Earn 125,000 150,000 Points
BEST FOR DINING
American Express® Gold Card

American Express® Gold Card

Apply Now(at Amex's secure site)
As High As 100,000 Points. Find Out Your Offer.
NEW OFFERThe Business Platinum Card® from American Express

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express

Apply Now(at Amex's secure site)
Earn As High As 300,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.

SAS EuroBonus — the loyalty program behind Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) — is relatively unknown in the U.S., but it’s useful if you live in Scandinavia or frequent the region. SAS EuroBonus offers some of the best deals on flights to and within the region, plus great deals on other SkyTeam airlines.

This guide covers high-value ways to redeem SAS EuroBonus points for flights. We’ll start with an overview of the loyalty program’s award charts and how to earn SAS points. Then we’ll highlight the strongest SAS EuroBonus redemptions.

Advertisement

Booking Award Tickets With SAS EuroBonus

SAS EuroBonus uses a fixed-price, zone-based award chart for pricing award tickets. Flights are priced based on region and class of service.

There is a dynamic pricing component in EuroBonus, but it only applies to SAS-operated flights without saver-level award space. These tickets can be costly, so we recommend sticking with saver awards whenever possible.

EuroBonus has different award charts for its own flights and partner flights. SAS-operated award flights are priced reasonably, especially if you’re flying within Scandinavia or broader Europe.

SCROLL FOR MORE

Route

Economy (One-Way)

Premium Class (One-Way)

Business Class (One-Way)

Domestic in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden

5,000

10,000

N/A

Between Nordic+ countries

10,000

N/A

20,000

Between Nordic+ and European countries

15,000

N/A

35,000

Within European countries

25,000

N/A

40,000

To/from Asia and North America

30,000

45,000

60,000

These award prices are reasonable, and EuroBonus does not add fuel surcharges. You can book flights from the U.S. to Europe in business class and pay just $5.60 in taxes and fees. Other routes have very reasonable taxes and fees, though they vary by where you’re flying to and from.

The Nordic+ region includes Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, and Sweden. The European region includes other countries in broader Europe: Albania, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Greece, Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Türkiye, Ukraine, and United Kingdom.

Partner awards are reasonably priced, too. You can view the full partner award chart on SAS’s website, but below you’ll find the carrier’s award chart for partner flights departing North America. These round-trip prices apply to all SkyTeam partner flights.

SCROLL FOR MORE

Region

Economy (Round-Trip)

Premium Economy (Round-Trip)

Business Class (Round-Trip)

First Class (Round-Trip)

Within North America

25,000

37,500

50,000

70,000

To/from Europe

70,000

105,000

130,000

175,000

To/from Central America and Caribbean

37,500

56,250

75,000

95,000

To/from South America

50,000

75,000

100,000

120,000

To/from North or Central Africa and Middle East

80,000

120,000

160,000

190,000

To/from Southern Africa

100,000

150,000

200,000

235,000

To/from Central, East, and South Asia

90,000

135,000

180,000

225,000

To/from Southeast Asia

90,000

135,000

180,000

225,000

To/from Pacific

90,000

135,000

180,000

225,000

You can book one-way partner award tickets with SAS EuroBonus points, but you’ll pay 60% of the round-trip price with most partners. This means a one-way economy award ticket within North America costs 15,000 EuroBonus points, plus taxes and fees, since a round-trip ticket costs 25,000 points. Some airlines, including Air Europa, China Airlines, and Vietnam Airlines, charge double points.

Earning SAS EuroBonus Points

SAS EuroBonus points are harder to earn than other airline miles, largely because the program does not have a U.S. co-branded credit card or a transfer partnership with a major U.S. transferable points program. However, there are a few ways to earn SAS EuroBonus points, even if you live in the U.S.

Fly With SAS And Its Airline Partners

On SAS flights, you earn a set amount of EuroBonus points per flight that varies based on where you fly and your class of service. You can view the earnings chart on SAS’s website.

Meanwhile, partner flights earn points based on booking class and distance flown. These rates vary by partner airline and are listed on SAS’s airline partners page.

Delta 757 200 Transcon LAX
Delta Air Lines is one of SAS’s many airline partners. Image Credit: Alberto Riva

Rent Cars and Book Hotels With SAS EuroBonus Partners

You can earn SAS EuroBonus points with the program’s rental car and hotel partners, which include most major rental car companies and select Scandinavian hotel groups. You can view the full list of partners on SAS’s website.

Transfer Rove Miles to SAS EuroBonus

Rove Miles is the only significant U.S.-based loyalty program that has transfers to SAS EuroBonus. The program isn’t affiliated with any airline, hotel, or credit card. You can earn miles by booking hotels and flights through Rove or via its shopping portal.

Transfers from Rove Miles to SAS EuroBonus process at a 1:1 ratio. Depending on how you plan to use your SAS EuroBonus points, this could be an excellent way to redeem your miles.

Advertisement

The Best Ways To Redeem SAS EuroBonus Points

The best ways to redeem SAS EuroBonus points range from short-haul flights within Scandinavia to long-haul business-class flights to Asia, Europe, and South America.

1. Book Economy Flights Within Scandinavia

Canal Copenhagen Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark. Image Credit: Christine Krzyszton

If you’re traveling on domestic flights within Denmark, Norway, or Sweden, you can book flights for just 5,000 points, plus minimal taxes and fees. Meanwhile, traveling between these countries — or any other Nordic+ country — costs 10,000 points in economy class.

Some interesting routes to consider include:

  • Copenhagen (CPH), Denmark, to Aalborg (AAL), Denmark, for 5,000 points
  • Oslo (OSL), Norway, to Longyearbyen (LYR), Norway, for 5,000 points
  • Gdańsk (GDN), Poland, to Copenhagen (CPH) to Billund (BLL), Denmark, for 10,000 points

2. SAS Flights From North America or Asia to Scandinavia

SAS Airbus A350 business class cabin
An SAS business class seat on an Airbus A350 aircraft. Image Credit: SAS

SAS also offers reasonable award pricing on flights between Scandinavia and North America or Asia. You’ll pay 30,000 points in economy, 45,000 in premium economy, and 60,000 in business class for a one-way ticket on these routes. Business class is lower than many competing SkyTeam programs charge for transatlantic flights, especially from the West Coast. However, this pricing does not apply to SkyTeam partner flights.

Taxes and fees are reasonable, as most U.S. departures to Europe have just $5.60 in taxes and fees, and European departures have roughly $100.

SAS has a large route network to the U.S. If you’re considering a flight to Asia, you can fly to Bangkok (BKK); Seoul (ICN), South Korea; Tokyo (HND); and other cities. Some routes to consider include:

  • Chicago (ORD) to Copenhagen (CPH)
  • Los Angeles (LAX) to Copenhagen (CPH)
  • Miami (MIA) to Stockholm (ARN)

3. Delta One Business Class From the U.S. to Europe

Delta One Suites A330 900neo seat
Delta One business class seat on an Airbus A330-900neo aircraft. Image Credit: Ryan Smith

These days, it’s hard to get a good deal on Delta One business class tickets to Europe. Delta SkyMiles uses dynamic pricing for award tickets, which almost always results in high mileage costs. Meanwhile, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club imposes high fuel surcharges on all award tickets, often over $500 each way in business class.

SAS EuroBonus solves for this by offering reasonable award rates with no fuel surcharges on Delta award tickets. From the U.S. to Europe, you’re looking at 130,000 points and under $200 in taxes and fees on most round-trip transatlantic partner flights. Meanwhile, you’ll pay 78,000 points for a one-way ticket since the program charges 60% of a round-trip fare for one-way partner bookings.

Some Delta One routes to consider include:

  • Atlanta (ATL) to Zurich (ZRH)
  • Boston (BOS) to Athens (ATH), Greece
  • New York (JFK) to Prague (PRG)

4. Business Class Flights From North America to East Asia on Korean Air and Other SkyTeam Partners

Korean Prestige 2.0 Suites Window Seat Back Row
Korean Air business class. Image Credit: Juan Ruiz

You can also find a reasonable deal on business class flights from North America to East Asia on Korean Air, China Airlines, Delta, and others. In our experience, Korean Air offers better award availability, especially on routes to smaller cities like Las Vegas (LAS).

While not the best pricing, SAS has more reasonable award rates from North America to East Asia. You can book partner tickets on these routes for 180,000 points round-trip or 108,000 points one-way in business class. As with other partner redemptions, you’ll pay only minimal taxes and fees on these tickets.

There are dozens of great SkyTeam routes to book to East Asia, including:

  • Atlanta (ATL) to Tokyo (HND) on Delta
  • Las Vegas (LAS) to Seoul (ICN) on Korean Air
  • Los Angeles (LAX) to Hong Kong (HKG) on Delta

5. Fly From North America to South America

Aeromexico Connect E190 at DGO
An Aeromexico Connect Embraer E190. Image Credit: Ryan Smith

SAS EuroBonus charges 50,000 or 100,000 points for round-trip flights from North America to South America in economy and business class, respectively. These rates can be appealing for long flights from the U.S. to Argentina, Brazil, and other South American destinations.

One-way award tickets on partner airlines cost 60% of the round-trip price, so you’ll pay 30,000 points in economy and 60,000 in business class.

You can book nonstop flights to South America with airline partners like Aerolíneas Argentinas and Delta, or connecting itineraries with Aeromexico. Some routes to consider include:

  • Chicago (ORD) to Mexico City (MEX) — Lima (LIM) on Aeromexico
  • Miami (MIA) to Buenos Aires (EZE), Argentina, on Aerolíneas Argentinas
  • New York (JFK) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG) on Delta

List of SAS Airline Partners — SkyTeam

Delta SkyTeam livery
SAS is a SkyTeam member, partnering with popular airlines like Delta. Image Credit: Ehsan Haque

SAS was historically a Star Alliance member but joined SkyTeam in 2024 after Air France-KLM Group acquired a large stake in the airline. The airline’s partner list changed to include these airlines:

SCROLL FOR MORE

SkyTeam Airline Partners

Aeroflot (temporarily suspended)

KLM

Aeromexico

Korean Air

Air Europa

Middle East Airlines (MEA)

Air France

Saudia Airlines

Delta Air Lines

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS)

China Airlines

Tarom

China Eastern

Vietnam Airlines

Czech Airlines

Virgin Atlantic

Garuda Indonesia

Xiamen Airlines

This extensive group of SkyTeam partners means you have a lot of flexibility for earning and redeeming EuroBonus points. The alliance has some of the best coverage in Europe and Asia, as well as solid coverage in parts of Central and South America.

List of SAS Airline Partners Outside SkyTeam

SAS also has a limited number of partners outside the alliance, including:

Advertisement

If you value EuroBonus points, consider crediting flights with these partners to your EuroBonus account. Likewise, Etihad and Widerøe can be good options for redeeming EuroBonus points if their route networks fit your travel needs.

Final Thoughts

SAS EuroBonus is often overlooked by American travelers since it’s not partnered with any major U.S. transferable points programs. However, the carrier’s extensive U.S. route network, fixed award charts, and recent partnership with Rove Miles make it worth a look, especially if you have an upcoming trip to Scandinavia.

Some of the best EuroBonus redemptions include domestic flights within Scandinavian countries and flights from the U.S. to Europe on SAS or Delta. Check the program’s award charts, and remember that one-way partner awards cost 60% of the round-trip price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SAS EuroBonus charge fuel surcharges on award tickets?

No, SAS EuroBonus does not add fuel surcharges, even on partner-operated awards. Most departures from the U.S. to Asia, Europe, and other regions have just $5.60 in taxes and fees.

Can I transfer points from U.S. credit card programs to SAS EuroBonus?

No, SAS EuroBonus does not partner with any major transferable points programs. The only exception is Rove Miles, a relatively new transferable points program not affiliated with a credit card. You can earn these points when you book flights and hotels through the program’s travel portal or make purchases via the shopping portal.

Can I book one-way award tickets with SAS EuroBonus?

Yes, but there’s a catch. SAS one-way awards cost half the round-trip price, whereas most partner one-way awards cost 60% of the round-trip price.

What airline alliance is SAS a part of?

SAS joined SkyTeam in 2024 after Air France-KLM Group acquired a significant stake in the airline. It was previously a Star Alliance member.

Andrew Kunesh's image

About Andrew Kunesh

Andrew was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs but now lives in Queens, New York.

He’s a lifelong traveler and took his first solo trip to San Francisco at the age of 16. Fast forward a few years, and Andrew now travels just over 100,000 miles a year, with over 40 countries, 20 travel credit cards and 3 airline statuses under his belt. Andrew was formerly a Senior Editor at The Points Guy and CNN Underscored.

INSIDERS ONLY: UP PULSE

Deluxe Travel Provided by UP Pulse

Get the latest travel tips, crucial news, flight & hotel deal alerts...

Plus — expert strategies to maximize your points & miles by joining our (free) newsletter.

We respect your privacy. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. Google's privacy policy  and terms of service  apply.

Deluxe Travel Provided by UP Pulse

We Recommend

Platinum Card® from American Express

  • You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
  • Get more for your travels with 5X Membership Rewards® points on all flights and prepaid hotel bookings through American Express Travel®, including Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection bookings. You earn 5X points on flights purchased directly from airlines or through American Express Travel® on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.
Show more
  • With over 1,550 airport lounges - more than any other credit card company on the market* - enjoy the benefits of the Global Lounge Collection®, over $850 of annual value, with access to Centurion Lounges, 10 complimentary Delta Sky Club® visits when flying on an eligible Delta flight (subject to visit limitations), Priority Pass Select membership (enrollment required), and other select partner lounges.* As of 07/2025.
  • $200 Uber Cash + $120 Uber One Credit: With the Platinum Card® you can receive $15 in Uber Cash each month plus a bonus $20 in December when you add your Platinum Card® to your Uber account to use on rides and orders in the U.S when you select an Amex Card for your transaction. Plus, when you use the Platinum Card® to pay for an auto-renewing Uber One membership, you can get up to $120 in statement credits each calendar year. Terms apply.
  • $300 Digital Entertainment Credit: Experience the latest shows, news and recipes. Get up to $25 in statement credits each month when you use your Platinum Card® for eligible purchases on Disney+, a Disney+ bundle, ESPN streaming services, Hulu, The New York Times, Paramount+, Peacock, The Wall Street Journal, YouTube Premium, and YouTube TV when you purchase directly from one or more of the providers. Enrollment required.
  • $600 Hotel Credit: Get up to $300 in statement credits semi-annually on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection* bookings through American Express Travel® using the Platinum Card®. *The Hotel Collection requires a minimum two-night stay.
  • $400 Resy Credit + Platinum Nights by Resy: Get up to $100 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card® to make eligible purchases with Resy, including dining purchases at U.S. Resy restaurants. Enrollment required. Plus, with Platinum Nights by Resy, you can get special access to reservations on select nights at participating in demand Resy restaurants with the Platinum Card®. Simply add your eligible Card to your Resy profile to book and discover Platinum Nights reservations near you.
  • $209 CLEAR+ Credit: CLEAR+ helps get you to your gate faster by using your face to verify you are you at 55+ airports nationwide. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR+ Membership* with up to $209 in statement credits per calendar year after you pay for CLEAR+ with your Platinum Card®. *Excluding any applicable taxes and fees. Subject to auto-renewal.
  • $200 Airline Fee Credit: Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees, such as checked bags and in-flight refreshments, are charged by the airline to the Platinum Card® Account. American Express relies on airlines to submit the correct information on airline transactions to identify incidental fee purchases. If you do not see a credit for a qualifying incidental purchase on your eligible Card after 8 weeks, simply call the number on the back of your Card. Qualifying airlines are subject to change. See terms & conditions for more details.
  • Start your vacation sooner, and keep it going longer. When you book Fine Hotels + Resorts® through American Express Travel®, enjoy noon check-in, when available, and guaranteed 4PM check-out.
  • $300 lululemon Credit: Enjoy up to $75 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card® for eligible purchases at U.S. lululemon retail stores (excluding outlets) and lululemon.com. That’s up to $300 in statement credits each calendar year. Enrollment required.
  • $155 Walmart+ Credit: Receive a statement credit* for one monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) after you pay for Walmart+ each month with the Platinum Card®.* Up to $12.95 plus applicable local sales tax. Plus Ups not eligible.
  • Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
  • $895 annual fee.
  • Terms Apply.
DMCA.com Protection Status