San Francisco: SAS Flights from Sweden and Norway at €343 (Cabin Bags Only)

Star Alliance member Scandinavian Airlines is offering flights from several Swedish and Norwegian airports to San Francisco. Prices go as low as €349 (~NOK 4,085) for roundtrips starting from Trondheim. The cheapest fare including checked bags is available at €436 (~NOK 5,103) on SAS’ website. All flights require a change of planes in Copenhagen both ways.

Since the cheapest tickets are SAS Go Light fares, not even Star Alliance or SAS EuroBonus Gold members can check a bag for free.

You can find flights for less than €400 with departure from:

• Trondheim at €343 (~NOK 4,015)
• Bergen at €350 (~NOK 4,097)
• Oslo at €368 (~NOK 4,307)
• Stockholm at €374 (~NOK 4,377)
• Gothenburg at €395 (~SEK 4,363)

Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight for less than €400 for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to SAS with your selected flight dates. You can also check what OTAs have to offer, as they sell these tickets up to €30 cheaper.

If you don’t mind spending a bit more, you can start your journey for less than €500 from Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Frankfurt or Paris.

SAS uses Airbus A330-300 aircraft on the long-haul flights between Copenhagen and San Francisco. These feature the industry standard 2-4-2 seating in their economy class cabin. You can expect personal in-flight-entertainment in every seat back.

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According to the fare rules, these tickets are on sale without an expiration date for travel between November 2023 and March 2024. You have to spend at least six days or one night from Saturday to Sunday in California to get the lowest fare. A blockout applies for departures two weeks before and after Christmas.

Google Flights helps you find additional flight dates. We recommend booking directly on SAS’ website, even though you can find cheaper tickets through our flight search.

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Mileage

SAS issues tickets for all flight segments in booking class L. Star Alliance frequent flyers can earn the following miles and points:

You can earn more points on SAS EuroBonus if you select the fare including checked bags for €80 more roundtrip.

Destination

Hotel prices in San Francisco usually start at roughly €90-155, depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:

Information & Tips for San Francisco

San Francisco is known for its iconic sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the lively neighbourhoods like Chinatown and the Mission District. The currency used is the U.S. dollar (USD), and credit cards are widely accepted. The city is known for its high price level, especially for accommodation and dining in tourist areas, though there are budget-friendly options. The weather is mild year-round, with cool, foggy summers and chilly winters, making it a comfortable destination to visit throughout the year.

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Information & Tips for USA

The United States offers a wide range of tourist sights, from national parks like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon to cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and card payments are widely accepted. Prices vary by region but can be high in major cities, especially for accommodation and dining. Weather differs greatly across the country—winters can be harsh in the north, while the south often stays mild; summers are generally hot and humid in many areas.

The U.S. transport infrastructure is highly car-dependent, especially outside major cities. Urban centres like New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have functional public transit, but many other cities have limited options. Between cities, domestic flights are common for long distances, while intercity buses and Amtrak trains cover some routes, though often with slower speeds and less frequency compared to other countries. Without a car, getting around can be inconvenient in many parts of the country.

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