Canadá, Dinamarca, Noruega, Suecia, Reino Unido, Francia y Países Bajos están ahora perfectamente conectados gracias a una innovadora alianza entre Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) y WestJet. Este sólido acuerdo ofrece una amplia gama de beneficios de viaje, ofreciendo a los pasajeros viajes transatlánticos sin complicaciones con cómodas reservas de un solo billete, facturación simplificada y equipaje facturado. La colaboración mejora la conectividad entre las principales ciudades de ambas regiones, permitiendo a los viajeros explorar fácilmente destinos clave en Escandinavia y Norteamérica, a la vez que se benefician de una experiencia de viaje integrada que incluye un futuro acuerdo de código compartido que ampliará aún más las opciones.
In an initiative that will transform transatlantic travel, Scandinavian Airlines ( SAS ) and WestJet have joined forces through a new interline agreement. This alliance not only offers fluid travel options to passengers traveling between Canada and Scandinavia, It also marks the start of an expanded collaboration that will soon become a complete code share agreement.
Opening new doors for transatlantic travelers
The interline agreement, signed during the Annual General Assembly of the International Air Transport Association ( IATA ) in Delhi, introduces a series of benefits for travelers. Starting June 26, 2025, passengers will be able to book combined SAS-WestJet itineraries with a single ticket, enjoy a unique billing process and benefit from direct baggage check-in, making the trip more comfortable and fluid than ever.
This collaboration effectively unites the strengths of both airlines: SAS’s strong European and Scandinavian network and WestJet’s growing presence in Canada. Although the interline agreement already facilitates navigation between both regions, the potential of this alliance will fully materialize by the end of this summer, when both airlines become a code share association.
From Copenhagen to Canada and beyond
SAS already operates direct flights throughout the year between Copenhagen ( CPH ) and Toronto Pearson International Airport ( YYZ ), creating a vital connection between Denmark and Canada. Once the codeshare agreement comes into effect, WestJet will associate its airline code with this transatlantic route. But the benefits go far beyond Copenhagen-Toronto.
Thanks to the next code share agreement, WestJet passengers will also have access to SAS-operated services connecting major European cities like London, Paris and Amsterdam with a wide network of destinations in Scandinavia. This, in turn, opens the door for North American travelers to explore the rich history, natural beauty, and cultural diversity of cities like Oslo, Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Luleå.
We We are pleased to welcome SAS as our new interline partner, creating new round-trip travel opportunities between Canada and key northern European destinations. This alliance not only improves connectivity for WestJet guests traveling to Scandinavia, It also facilitates access for Nordic travelers seeking to enjoy the best of Canada through our growing national network , affirms John Weatherill, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of WestJet.
Expanding access across Canada
Across the Atlantic, SAS passengers traveling to Canada will soon enjoy numerous connection options via the WestJet national network. Whether for business, family visits or pleasure, those arriving in Toronto can easily connect with Canadian cities such as Calgary, Vancouver, Ottawa, Edmonton and Winnipeg. All these connections will be available on a single itinerary with the convenience of checking in your luggage.
This type of integration represents a significant improvement in the customer experience. For many travelers, especially those from Scandinavia looking to explore more Canada, it means less headaches when transshipping between international and domestic flights, and more time to enjoy your trip instead of dealing with airport logistics.
This alliance lays the foundation for long-term collaboration that will benefit travelers from both shores of the Atlantic. Together with WestJet, we not only connect Scandinavia with more destinations in Canada, but we also open new avenues to reach Europe from key Canadian cities. And with our planned code share, even smoother options are just around the corner », he says Paul Verhagen, Commercial Director of SAS.
A step towards closer ties
While the interline agreement is significant in itself, both airlines are already laying the groundwork for much deeper collaboration. Later this summer, SAS and WestJet plan to launch a code share agreement. Code-sharing associations allow airlines to sell seats on each other’s flights, creating a more interconnected global network and giving travelers even more options and flexibility.
With the full code share, passengers booking via WestJet will be able to reserve seats directly on SAS flights, including routes beyond Copenhagen to numerous secondary cities in Scandinavia. In addition, SAS customers will benefit from easy access to more of WestJet’s growing presence in North America.
Reliable and efficient connections
SAS, recognized worldwide for its punctuality, offers greater confidence to travelers. As the world’s leading airline, SAS offers punctual connections at its Scandinavian and European junction centers. This reliability is especially valuable for long-distance travelers who rely on good coordination of connection schedules to minimize delays and loss of connections.
For WestJet, this alliance marks another important step in its effort to evolve from a primarily national airline to a competitive player on the global aviation landscape. The airline has constantly expanded its international operations, and this alliance with SAS reinforces its commitment to offer Canadians more direct access to Europe and beyond.
Satisfacer la creciente demanda de viajes
The timing of this announcement aligns with the growing demand for travel, both in the leisure and business segments. Scandinavian countries are seeing growing interest from Canadian travelers seeking new experiences, such as the Northern Lights, Fjord Cruises, Viking history and Nordic design. At the same time, Canadians remain excited about travel to Europe, with a growing demand for destinations beyond traditional London and Paris resorts.
This new partnership makes it much easier for travelers to explore secondary cities and hidden gems in Denmark, Sweden and Norway, at the same time that they maintain the comfort of traveling with a single ticket.
Mirando hacia el futuro
As global aviation continues to recover and transform after the pandemic, alliances like this play a crucial role in restoring traveler confidence and improving connectivity between key markets. The SAS-WestJet alliance is a strategic response to changing travel trends, offering customers more options, better service, and the flexibility to explore new destinations with ease.
While this interline agreement is only the first step, it is a promising sign of what is to come. Once the code share agreement is fully implemented later this year, Travelers on both sides of the Atlantic will enjoy a much more complete and interconnected flight experience.
Canada, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the United Kingdom, France and the Netherlands are now seamlessly connected through the powerful alliance between SAS and WestJet, offering seamless transatlantic travel with single ticket reservations, simplified check-in and checked baggage.
Conclusión
The new interline alliance between Scandinavian Airlines and WestJet represents a significant advance in making travel between Canada and Scandinavia more accessible and efficient. With the comfort of a single ticket, simplified baggage management and a wide range of destinations, this collaboration lays the foundation for a transformative travel experience. And with a shared code on the horizon, the best is yet to come.
