Great deal to Nice!
Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software lists this fare at $560 (Basic Economy). Use those same dates with Scandinavian Airlines, and you’ll find a fare of $548 (Basic Economy) or $648 (Regular Economy).
The $648 fare includes one checked bag each way.
The $548 fare is classified as Basic Economy / Economy Light and comes with certain restrictions. Key points on Scandinavian Airlines Basic Economy / Economy Light fares:
- Checked bags are NOT included – they cost $75 each way if purchased 22 hours before check-in, and $105 at the airport.
- No changes are permitted.
- No cancellations allowed – if you cancel after the 24-hour risk-free period, the Basic Economy fare will not be valid for future travel.
- Many online travel agencies do not display Scandinavian Airlines Basic Economy / Economy Light fares correctly.
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Nice, France—Photo: Kristoffer Trolle via Flickr (Creative Commons License, By 2.0)
Example Travel Date:
- This is just ONE SAMPLE travel date; for more availability, follow the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.
Fare Availability:
- Valid for travel from late April 2026 to mid-May 2026. A Sunday night stay is required. Availability is limited. Tickets must be purchased at least 7 days prior to departure.
- Disclaimer: While this fare was valid at the time of posting, it may no longer be available if this post is older than two days.
How to Search for Availability:
- This section outlines how to search for availability. To purchase tickets, refer to the “How to Buy” section below.
- Use Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software with the following search criteria:
- Origin: SFO
- Origin Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: sk sk
- Extension Codes: maxconnect 360
- This will instruct Matrix to search for Basic Economy / Economy Light fares. When using those dates with Scandinavian Airlines, you can also see options to upgrade to a regular economy fare.
- Destination: NCE
- Return Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Codes: sk sk
- Extension Codes: maxconnect 360
- (Click on the Advanced Codes link to access advanced routing code entry)
- Select “See calendar of lowest fares”
- Duration “3-10” (This is only a sample; you can select any 7-day range, such as 3-10 or 7-14.)
- Beginner’s Guide on Using Matrix by ITA Software
- How to Read Airfare Rules to Your Advantage
- The Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software page should appear as below once all values are entered.
- You cannot purchase tickets directly through Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. To buy, see the instructions in the “How to Buy” section below.
Fare Class:
Routing:
- SFO – CPH (Copenhagen) – NCE (Nice) – CPH – SFO
Stopover:
Mileage:
Scandinavian Airlines is part of the SkyTeam Alliance and partners with Delta. Mileage earning rates with Delta are as follows:
- Miles Flown: 12,658 miles or 4.3 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 5.1 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
- Medallion Qualifying Dollars: $632
- Redeemable Miles: 1,265 miles
How to Buy:
- Book your tickets through Scandinavian Airlines using the dates found on Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software.
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