San Francisco – Gothenburg, Sweden. $433 (Basic Economy) / $533 (Regular Economy). Roundtrip, including all Taxes – The Flight Deal

Exciting Sale to Gothenburg!

The Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software lists a fare of $445 for Basic Economy. For those same dates, Scandinavian Airlines should price it at $433 (Basic Economy) or $533 (Regular Economy).

The $533 fare includes one checked bag each way.

The $433 fare is a Basic Economy / Economy Light option with specific restrictions. Key points about Scandinavian Airlines Basic Economy / Economy Light fares:

• Bags: Checked bags are not included ($75 each way if purchased 22 hours before check-in; $105 at airport check-in).
• Changes & Cancellations: No changes or cancellations allowed post the initial 24-hour risk-free period; the fare becomes non-refundable.
• Display: Many online travel agencies do not show Scandinavian Airlines Basic Economy / Economy Light fares as such.

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Gothenburg, Sweden – Photo: Maria Eklind via Flickr, used under Creative Commons License (By 2.0)

Sample Travel Date:

• This is a sample travel date; for more options, please refer to the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.

Fare Availability:

• Valid for travel from mid-November to early December or mid-January 2026 to mid-March 2026. A Sunday stay is required. Limited availability; book at least 28 days in advance.

• Note: The fare is valid at the time of posting; if this post is older than two days, the fare may no longer be available.

How to Search for Availability:

• This section is for availability search only. For purchasing tickets, please see the “How to Buy” section below.

• Use Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software with the following criteria:
  • Origin: SFO
  • Advanced Routing Code:
    • Routing Codes: sk sk
    • Extension Codes: f bc=T; maxconnect 420
      • This instructs Matrix Airfare Search to show Basic Economy / Economy Light fares. When searching for dates on Scandinavian Airlines, you’ll have the option to upgrade to regular economy.
  • Destination: GOT
  • Return Advanced Routing Code:
    • Routing Codes: sk sk
    • Extension Codes: f bc=T; maxconnect 420
  • (Click on Advanced Codes link to enable input of advanced routing codes).
  • Select “See calendar of lowest fares”.
  • Duration “3-10” (This is a sample; any 7-day range works, e.g., 3-10, 7-14).
• Beginner’s Guide on Using Matrix by ITA Software.
• How to Read Airfare Rules to your Advantage.

• The Matrix Airfare Search page should resemble the example below when all values are filled in.

• Note: You cannot purchase tickets using Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. For purchasing, follow the instructions in the “How to Buy” section below.

Fare Class:

Routing:

• SFO – CPH (Copenhagen) – GOT (Gothenburg) – CPH – SFO

Stopover:

Mileage:

As a member of the Star Alliance and partner of United, mileage earning with United is as follows:

• Miles Flown: 11,222 miles or 3.9 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 4.7 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
• Redeemable Miles: 5,611 miles

How to Buy:

• Booking can be done on Scandinavian Airlines with the dates found on Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software.

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Background Information:

• Visa: US Citizens do not require a visa. Other nationals should check the TIMATIC Visa Database.
• Currency: Swedish Krona (SEK); $1 USD = 9.49 SEK.

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