For Immediate Release
June 18, 2024
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Hartsfield-Jackson Announces New Scandinavian Airlines System’s (SAS) Daily Nonstop Service to Copenhagen
ATLANTA – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is excited to announce the launch of Scandinavian Airlines System’s (SAS) new daily nonstop service between Atlanta (ATL) and Copenhagen (CPH), starting on June 17, 2024. This new route marks a significant expansion in the SAS North American network as part of their 2024 summer program.
The new daily service will connect Atlanta with Copenhagen enhancing travel and business opportunities between the two cities. The flights will use Airbus A330 aircraft during the summer program, with the schedule set to adjust to five weekly flights using Airbus A350 aircraft during the winter season.
"With 103.7 million passengers passing through in 2023, ATL continues to be a critical hub for global travel," said Airport General Manager Balram “B” Bheodari. "We are thrilled to welcome SAS and look forward to the enhanced connectivity this new route will bring to our passengers."
“We are happy to expand our reach to a new city, enhancing our offerings for both business and leisure travelers. Our passengers can now look forward to seamless access to Scandinavia via Copenhagen. Whether you have an important meeting or want to ski in Norway or Sweden during winter, hike, or explore the Northern Lights in summer, most of Scandinavia is just a short flight away. Alternatively, you can enjoy the vibrant city life of Copenhagen”, said SAS Chief Commercial Officer, Paul Verhagen.
The new 262 seat SAS flight marks a significant milestone in ATL's international destinations, expanding to 77 cities in 45 countries.
Flight Schedule
Summer Program (Daily with Airbus A330)
Flight No. SK929: Departs CPH at 1:10 p.m., Arrives ATL at 7 p.m.
Flight No. SK930: Departs ATL at 5:10 p.m., Arrives CPH at 10:20 a.m. the next day
Winter Program (5 Weekly with Airbus A350 - Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Flight No. SK929: Departs CPH at 1 p.m., Arrives ATL at 7:10 p.m.
Flight No. SK930: Departs ATL at 5 p.m., Arrives CPH at 10:20 a.m. the next day
For more information about the new route and to book tickets, passengers can visit the SAS Scandinavian Airlines website.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
ATL is the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in one year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. The Airport boasts an annual direct economic impact of $66 billion in the state. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
