SWEDEN’S CONNECTIVITY INCREASES AS SAS BOOSTS DOMESTIC TRAFFIC
A new phase in Swedish aviation begins as SAS significantly expands its route network on January 2, 2025. Accessibility across the country improves, with domestic flights concentrated at one airport in Stockholm. For the first time, travelers will be able to fly within Sweden, as well as to the rest of the world, via the same airport. Together, SAS and Stockholm Arlanda Airport are ready to offer seamless and pleasant experiences for new and returning passengers.
SAS' major expansion of domestic traffic is the result of a strategic partnership agreement with Braathens Regional Airways AB (BRA). Seven BRA aircraft will operate on SAS’ route network from Arlanda, with a gradual ramp-up starting in January 2025, enabling more destinations as well as more frequent flights. On January 27, 2025, two entirely new routes will open: between Arlanda and Kalmar, and between Arlanda and Halmstad. SAS has also launched the Arlanda – Sälen route and the Ängelholm/Helsingborg – Sälen route, both of which operate during the winter season.
"We are excited to kick off the new year by strengthening our domestic network in Sweden, all from Arlanda. Our new partnership with BRA will make it easier for people to travel to a wide range of destinations in Sweden, for both outbound and inbound travelers. We look forward to contributing even further to economic growth and continuing to play a key role in connecting Sweden with the world," says Anko van der Werff, President & CEO of SAS.
To successfully meet the increased number of passengers, SAS and Swedavia are collaborating to ensure smooth journeys, both for those whose final destination is Arlanda and for those traveling onwards.
"We welcome the new domestic traffic with SAS to Arlanda. As domestic travel consolidates at Sweden’s largest airport, Swedish connectivity is strengthened, increasing opportunities for more people to conveniently travel to any of the nearly 150 international destinations directly accessible from Stockholm Arlanda Airport. In recent years, we have made substantial investments at Arlanda, which our travelers greatly appreciate. We have opened a new, modern, world-class security control and are now gradually opening our new marketplace in Terminal 5. The work to develop the airport continues," says Jonas Abrahamsson, President & CEO of Swedavia.
Furthermore, SAS is in the process of establishing another lounge, located near the security checkpoint. The aim is to provide travelers with a lounge within short walking distance, regardless of where their flight departs at Arlanda. The doors are expected to open in the first quarter of 2025.
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