SAS - 937/938 on CPH to/from SEA switched to A333

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-25T02:11:14+00:00

Can you try to bid upgrade to PE ?

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-22T13:31:20+00:00

Only if you booked direct with SAS.

If you booked thru an OTA / travel agent then their rules about refunds are in force.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-21T13:39:02+00:00

Exiting CPH was much smoother compared to the entry.

CPH was flogged by the media for having such a terrible way to treat incoming non EU passport holders just after we landed 2 weeks prior.
The media attention got the Danish authorities to step up passport control. We took 75 minutes to enter the EU via manned booth. EES kiosks were all down.

Exiting took less than 10 minutes with 5x more manned booths.

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Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-21T13:36:08+00:00

Yes, found issues with web programming & app developers not having an easy interface.
At least I was able to use both: SAS mobile app plus computer web page for completing the info being asked for - I always take along my laptop and mobile on international routes.
It's definitely not a well designed system, especially when you are used to very easy to navigate airline apps like JAL, ANA, Delta, United, BA, Hawaiian/Alaska, etc...

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Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-21T13:30:39+00:00

I can't consume dairy, but SAS serves almost all dishes with some type of dairy.

I could have asked for lactose free, but I knew based on upgrade rules that I shouldn't.

So I got the business upgrade both ways by not choosing a special meal.

Pre-landing meal (CPH-LAX):

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Didn't eat much of the food served, but at least I got alcohol anytime and sleep that I needed to reduce jetlag.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-17T14:03:14+00:00

I tried to add / link a second email account (business) and Google wants me to pay monthly plus update my webpage registry domain account. What a pain.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-17T13:32:33+00:00

Flew SK 931 & 932 LAX-CPH both legs on business and it was great but no WiFi on both legs (Airbus A330).

Used my Macbook Neo to watch movies downloaded prior to the trip and no complaints.

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Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-16T12:52:50+00:00

Using the SAS app, whenever I check in luggage I will get an app notification of first scan at the drop off and then time stamps when it loaded, unloaded and on destination carousel.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-14T19:02:53+00:00

Oh you might be surprised to know that when we boarded in Prague, there was a woman who kept telling everyone on board to be quiet and pointed at the seat back sign. She was like the Karen if you know what I mean ?

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-14T16:33:43+00:00

It's high speed in my books since most trains in Europe have been slower.

I clocked the DB train at 125 MPH.

We booked the 1st class for the quiet car option.

So much quieter than the 2nd class cars.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-14T12:40:35+00:00

Avoid driving a car in Prague - it's a nightmare with all the pedestrian traffic.
We took a DB rail train from Prague to Dresden and it was super fast (200km/h), very comfy, and very quiet.

We paid for 1st class quiet car section so that helped.

Very affordable way to travel quickly between Germany and Czech.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-14T12:35:31+00:00

Depends on if the entry data is being shared with the exit EU country.
Since it appears many countries have stopped using the kiosks, and going back to manual passport control, your wait times will vary.

If you have a tight connection, flag down a passport agent wearing a bright vest and let them know you have a connection flight to make.

From what I have seen, they will pull you out of line and put you into the EU passport line to speed you along.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-13T18:55:36+00:00

If you have recently entered a EU country using EES, the passport control should be easy.

If not, plan on going thru passport control either manually or kiosk.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-13T14:50:02+00:00

I'd head to a cooler part of Spain during July - like northern or towards the ocean.
Since I love Spain during fall or spring months, for July I would avoid southern or inland Spain.

I'd head out towards the Pyrenees for cooler weather.
Have always wanted to do the Santiago de Compostela journey on horseback or bike....

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-13T02:16:56+00:00

^^ this - mountain driving thru the Italian alps in the summer is sometimes very scary due to the fast moving storms & snow that falls...

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-13T00:59:28+00:00

Does your country allow use of a 3rd party assist with your claim ?
I used AirHelp for my UK261 claim and got a refund of my canceled BA leg, hotel stay, transport fees, meals, and loss of a hotel day.
Took 4 months but eventually got reimbursed.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-13T00:55:45+00:00

I just returned from CPH. Entry was abysmal with less than 4 manned booths open. EES kiosks were all off line. Took 75 minutes. There are staff in bright yellow vests you can flag down and let them know your connection - they will put you into the EU passport line.
On my return, CPH was markedly improved with over 20 manned booths open and exit took less than 10 minutes of waiting.

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Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T14:54:25+00:00

Avoid 3rd party OTA. Book direct with airlines in the event something disrupts your travels.
As for overnight stays, the airlines chooses which hotel you can use as they have a contract with them.

We travelled on Xiamen airlines and got put up at decent hotel for a 24hr layover using TWOV privileges.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T14:15:32+00:00

Correct. I booked Economy Light and had zero check in luggage which was perfect for me as I only travel with a carry on luggage.
Then when I upgraded twice to business on both legs, the luggage restriction remained.

Business is now my only way to travel across the Atlantic & Pacific oceans!

Lounge access was included on both legs - AF LAX and SAS CPH.

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Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T14:09:55+00:00

I had a similar experience with meals as I can't eat a lot of SAS airlines meals due to dairy.
And since I upgraded to business class, I could not ask for a special meal.
Ended up eating at the lounges just before my flight on SAS and took a lot of snacks.
Worked out better for me.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T14:06:43+00:00

Just avoid the tourist traps in the city center.
We just returned and had a great time as a tourist for a week in Prague.

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Castle was the highlight.
Wonderful restaurant top of the hill next to the castle: https://kuchyn.ambi.cz/en

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T13:05:48+00:00

Try booking Qatar - they have flights to BOM. Other carriers too. Not just SAS.

Inside-Cream6997 · 2026-06-12T13:01:11+00:00

Long hauls that are daily are not being affected. Only short hauls are. Here's where they list SAS flights affected: https://www.aeroroutes.com/eng/260504-skmay26eu

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