SAS launches direct Copenhagen-Mumbai route
SAS will launch a new year-round nonstop service between Copenhagen and Mumbai on October 1, 2026, marking the airline's return to India after a 17-year absence.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is set to re-establish a direct air link between Copenhagen and Mumbai starting October 1, 2026. The route, operating five times weekly with an Airbus A330, signifies SAS's return to India after a 17-year hiatus and aims to bolster connections between Northern Europe and the South Asian nation.
The new service is designed to facilitate travel and business opportunities between Scandinavia and India's primary financial hub. SAS anticipates the route will foster increased cultural and economic exchange. It also intends to enhance Copenhagen Airport's position as a key international gateway within SAS's global network.
SAS has opened ticket sales for the route, emphasizing its strategic importance in meeting market demand and expanding its long-haul offerings. The airline highlighted the potential for seamless connections to other SAS destinations, including those in North America, via its Copenhagen hub.
The introduction of the Mumbai route is part of SAS's broader strategy to broaden its international network. The airline stated its commitment to providing reliable service and connectivity as it re-enters the Indian market after a significant period of absence.