Scandinavian SAS Eurobonus VS Norwegian Rewards, which programme is better?

Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) is a “triple flag carrier”, which has a long history of being the major airline within Scandinavian region and dominating Danish, Swedish and Norwegian markets.

Norwegian Airlines was established in 2007, meanwhile it took several years of aggressive pricing and network expansion before the company became known. In 2016 it introduced a refreshed Norwegian Rewards program, which is not connected with any major airlines alliance.

Here is a summary of the benefits of both SAS Eurobonus and Norwegian Rewards frequent flyer programs, their pros and cons.

How to get SAS Eurobonus Gold Status?

  • Tired of wasting several hours in check-in lines, because someone in front of you has 10kg overweight?
  • Not impressed with 25 minutes waiting time via security, because someone has endless metal items on him/her?
  • Ran out of battery and the only plug in the airport is by the toilet and already has a line to use it?
  • Find it ridiculous to pay triple for everything in the airport, including “free” tap water?

Sounds like it’s time to get frequent flyer elite status, and if you live in Scandinavia, the best choice is SAS EuroBonus Gold Status (Star Alliance Gold), so the next trip you enjoy priority lanes, cozy lounges and spend time sipping wine or bubbly!

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