Strike at Scandinavian Airlines

The SAS strike may have caused your flight to be delayed or cancelled. It’s possible that you have a right to compensation. To find out more, or to check if you qualify, please continue reading.

If Scandinavian Airlines employees go on strike, your flight could be impacted. You have rights, including the entitlement to compensation. Our article outlines your rights and offers tips on what to do (and what not to do) in the event of a SAS strike.

Many flights have been cancelled because of the ongoing strike at Scandinavian Airlines

The SAS staff strike has resulted in the cancellation of numerous flights, impacting a large number of travelers. Many passengers are facing the difficult situation of not being able to continue their journey.

Latest news on the strike at SAS

Here you can read the latest news about today’s strike at Scandinavian Airlines. You will also find information about previous strikes.

Flight delayed for more than 2 hours, you have the right to be taken care of

A wildcat strike, also known as an unofficial strike, can be unexpected and leave you stranded. If your SAS flight has been delayed by over 2 hours, you’re entitled to food, drink, and accommodation if necessary. The airline may provide vouchers for these, but if not, be sure to keep receipts to claim expenses from the airline later.

Accepting an alternative flight from Scandinavian Airlines is not obligatory

The airline has to provide you with a free alternative flight. They are supposed to offer you the first available flight, but if all the upcoming flights are overbooked, you may receive an alternative option that makes your travel pointless. If you reject the proposed flight, the airline must refund the ticket price, and if they don’t provide an alternative, they need to reimburse the price difference if you book a better option yourself.

Advice: It’s recommended that you wait for an official update from Scandinavian Airlines before taking any action

Although you may want to secure a new flight as soon as possible, it’s important to avoid booking an alternative flight until you receive confirmation from SAS that your flight has been cancelled, as there may be few other flights available from other airlines. If the strike is called off, you will lose your money.

If you’ve been impacted by SAS’s strike, you could be eligible for a refund

If the airline’s own employees, such as pilots, cabin crew, or ground staff, go on strike, Scandinavian Airlines may be held responsible. Under Regulation 261/2004, this is not considered a case of force majeure, and you are entitled to compensation if you arrive more than 3 hours late or 1 hour early.

The amount of compensation you receive depends on the distance you traveled and whether your flight was canceled less than 2 weeks before your scheduled departure.

Compensation for delayed or canceled flights

If you reach your destination more than three hours later than planned and the airline is at fault, you could qualify for compensation. The exact amount depends on the flight distance: for routes under 1,500 km, compensation is €250 per passenger, while long-haul flights over 3,500 km can yield up to €600 per ticket.

Do you qualify for compensation?

The EUclaim database quickly determines if you are eligible for compensation. Simply enter your flight date and number. If you are entitled to compensation, file a claim immediately. We’ll help you get the compensation you deserve with a 97% success rate guarantee.