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SAS Mumbai route relaunch and operational updates

Overview

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has faced operational hurdles regarding its planned return to the Indian market. The airline experienced multiple delays in launching its prestige route to Mumbai, India, following a 17-year hiatus. These postponements were attributed to difficulties in securing necessary permits from Indian authorities, including a June incident where an aircraft was denied landing rights.

Despite these setbacks, SAS has confirmed the relaunch of the nonstop, year-round service between Copenhagen and Mumbai, scheduled to begin on October 1, 2026. The route will operate five times per week using an Airbus A330-300 with a three-class configuration. SAS Chief Commercial Officer Paul Verhagen described the route as a “strategic milestone” intended to connect Scandinavia with a major global economic hub and strengthen Copenhagen Airport’s role as an international gateway.

Entities

SAS · Mumbai · Copenhagen Airport

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    SAS to relaunch Copenhagen-Mumbai nonstop route in 2026

    SAS will relaunch nonstop flights between Copenhagen and Mumbai on October 1, 2026, marking its return to India after 17 years. The route will operate five times weekly using Airbus A330 aircraft.

  2. 10 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    SAS faces Mumbai route delays and Barcelona strike disruptions

    SAS faces dual challenges: a third delay for its Mumbai route due to permit issues and baggage disruptions caused by ground staff strikes at Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

Sources

boardingarea.com · flysmart24.no · md80.it · militarytimes.com · travelnews.no · travelnews.se