Great deal for nonstop flights to Copenhagen!
Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software shows a price of $548 for Basic Economy. If you search for the same dates on Scandinavian Airlines, you may find fares at $536 for Basic Economy and $636 for Regular Economy.
The $636 fare includes one checked bag each way.
The $536 Basic Economy fare comes with restrictions:
- Does NOT include checked bags – they’re $75 if purchased at least 22 hours before check-in, and $105 at the airport.
- Does NOT permit changes.
- Does NOT allow cancellations – after the initial 24-hour risk-free period, the fare has no value for future travel.
- Many online travel agencies may not display Scandinavian Airlines’ Basic Economy fares accurately.
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Copenhagen, Denmark – Photo: Roman Boed via Flickr, used under Creative Commons License (By 2.0)
Sample Travel Date:
- March 17th – 24th, 2026
- This is just ONE 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-January 2026 to mid-March 2026. A Sunday stay is required. Availability is very limited. Tickets must be purchased at least 28 days in advance.
- Please note: this fare is valid at the time of posting. If this post is more than two days old, the fare may no longer be available.
How to Search for Availability:
- This section is for searching availability. To purchase tickets, scroll down to the “How to Buy” section.
- Use Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software with the following criteria:
- Origin: SFO
- Origin Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: sk
- Extension Codes: f bc=L
- This instructs Matrix to look for Basic Economy/Economy Light fare. Choose those dates on Scandinavian Airlines to see options for upgrading to a Regular Economy fare.
- Destination: CPH
- Return Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: sk
- Extension Codes: f bc=L
- (Click on the Advanced Codes link to input the advanced routing code)
- Select “See calendar of lowest fares”
- Duration: “3-10” (This is a sample; any 7-day range like 3-10, 7-14, etc., can be used)
- Refer to our Beginner’s Guide on How to Use Matrix by ITA Software
- Learn How to Read Airfare Rules to your advantage
- The Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software page should appear as below with all values inputted.
- You cannot purchase tickets directly through Matrix. Please refer to the “How to Buy” section below for instructions.
Fare Class:
Routing:
- SFO – CPH (Copenhagen) – SFO
Stopover:
Mileage:
Scandinavian Airlines is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance and a partner of Delta. Mileage earning with Delta includes:
- Miles Flown: 10,940 miles, equating to 4.9 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 5.8 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
- Medallion Qualifying Dollars: $547
- Redeemable Miles: 1,094 miles
How to Buy:
- Book directly through Scandinavian Airlines with the dates found using Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software.
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Background Information:
- Visa: Not required for US Citizens. Other nationals can check the TIMATIC Visa Database.
- Currency: Danish Krone (DKK); approx. $1 USD = 6.48 DKK.
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