SAS and WestJet announce exciting new transatlantic codeshare for 2026

SAS and WestJet announce exciting new transatlantic codeshare for 2026

If you’ve ever planned a transatlantic trip and thought, “Why does this need three tickets, two airlines and a small prayer?” — good news. SAS and WestJet have decided to make life easier.

The two airlines have officially deepened their partnership with an expanded transatlantic codeshare, strengthening travel links between Scandinavia and Canada and smoothing out those long-haul journeys that usually come with unnecessary complexity. Think fewer tickets, fewer baggage dramas, and far less frantic running through airports.

In airline terms, this is what we call a win.

One Ticket, One Bag, Fewer Headaches

The biggest perk of the new agreement? Seamless connections.

SAS passengers can now travel from Scandinavia to more than ten Canadian destinations via Toronto Pearson or SAS’s U.S. gateways — all on one ticket, with baggage checked through to the final destination. Yes, even if that final destination involves snow, hockey, or a suspicious amount of maple syrup.

Cities now easier to reach include Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, and several others spread across Canada’s impressively large map.

On the flip side, WestJet passengers get smooth access to SAS’s main hubs in Copenhagen, Oslo, and Stockholm, with onward connections throughout Europe. Suddenly, Nordic city breaks, business trips, and “I’ve always wanted to see the Northern Lights” plans just became much simpler.

Copenhagen Keeps Its Crown

SAS Chief Commercial Officer Paul Verhagen described the expanded agreement as an important step in bringing Scandinavia and Canada closer together — geographically and operationally. And while that sounds very corporate, the message is clear: Copenhagen remains the beating heart of SAS’s long-haul network.

By reinforcing Copenhagen as its primary intercontinental hub, SAS is doubling down on efficient connections, shorter transfer times, and a smoother overall travel experience. Which, let’s be honest, is exactly what passengers care about once the novelty of airport shopping wears off.

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Punctuality: The Not-So-Secret Weapon

This partnership also comes with a quiet but powerful advantage: reliability.

In 2025 alone, SAS was named the world’s most punctual airline twice and Europe’s most punctual airline four times. That’s not just bragging rights — it’s a serious selling point when you’re promising smooth connections across the Atlantic.

Because codeshares are great, but codeshares that actually run on time? Even better.

For travellers, this means fewer missed connections, fewer panic sprints through terminals, and a much higher chance your carefully planned itinerary stays intact.

Canada Is Looking North (Very North)

According to WestJet Chief Commercial Officer John Weatherill, demand from Canadian travellers heading to Northern Europe is on the rise — and this deeper partnership is designed to meet that demand head-on.

Scandinavia’s appeal continues to grow, whether it’s for business, leisure, sustainability-focused travel, or just really good design. With SAS’s strong European network now more accessible, WestJet passengers suddenly have far more options beyond the usual major hubs.

Loyalty Perks Incoming (Yes, Points People, This Is for You)

Frequent flyers, don’t worry — you haven’t been forgotten.

Both airlines confirmed plans to roll out a loyalty partnership, offering reciprocal benefits between SAS EuroBonus and WestJet Rewards. Details are still to come, but expect the usual crowd-pleasers: earning and redeeming points across both airlines, plus extra perks for loyal customers.

In short: fly more, earn more, feel smug about it.

Looking Ahead to 2026: Halifax Joins the Party

The collaboration doesn’t stop here. In May 2026, WestJet will launch a new Halifax–Copenhagen route — and yes, SAS will be codesharing on it.

This new service opens up exciting connections between Atlantic Canada and the Nordic region, creating even more transatlantic options for travellers who prefer something a little different from the usual mega-hub routes.

The Bottom Line

This expanded SAS–WestJet partnership is exactly the kind of airline news travellers like to hear. It’s practical, it’s passenger-focused, and it removes unnecessary friction from long-haul travel.

Fewer tickets. Better connections. More destinations. And a lot less airport stress.

Honestly? That’s a partnership worth applauding.