Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is expanding its intercontinental travel network by opening its first direct service from Scandinavia to South Korea. A new direct route between Copenhagen and Seoul will begin operation on Sept. 12, 2025. The new route will operate four times weekly throughout the summer season and three times weekly during winter.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is committed to strengthening Copenhagen’s position as a gateway for intercontinental travel. An intercontinental gateway airport serves as a central hub, facilitating flights across continents and connecting them to flights into closer regions.
After the launch of the route to Seattle in May 2025, SAS will officially offer 14 intercontinental destinations from Copenhagen, which connects to over 100 destinations across Europe. Copenhagen Airport, Kastrup, is Scandinavia’s busiest and largest airport, perfect for travellers with connecting flights.
Through the direct connection with one of Asia’s most popular hubs, SAS will be able to expand their network reach. Seoul’s Incheon International Airport is one of the world’s busiest hubs for international freight. The new route will provide connections through the SAS network to the rest of Europe from their hub in Copenhagen.