Transferring points from other loyalty programs to your SAS EuroBonus account is one of the smartest strategies to boost your balance quickly, bringing your next award flight or upgrade within easy reach. Whether you’ve accumulated points through credit card spending, hotel stays, or other travel-related services, transferring points into EuroBonus can offer great value—especially if you know how to do it effectively.

This guide explores the key partnerships and options available for converting points into SAS EuroBonus points.

1. Transfer Points from American Express (Amex) Membership Rewards

How it Works:

If you’re an American Express cardholder enrolled in the Membership Rewards program, you can transfer your Amex points to SAS EuroBonus.

Conversion Rate:

• 29 Amex points converts to 1 SAS EuroBonus point.

Transfer Rules:

• Minimum transfer: 29 points (equal to 1 EuroBonus point).
• Points must be transferred in multiples of 29.
• Maximum annual transfer limit: 988,900 Amex points per calendar year.
• Estimated processing time: Approximately 5 business days.

Example:

If you’ve accumulated 29,000 Amex points, these convert neatly into 1,000 EuroBonus points, easily contributing to domestic flights (typically 5,000 points one-way) or flights within Europe (around 15,000 points one-way).

Important Considerations:

• Amex Membership Rewards points cannot cover taxes and fees associated with flight awards—only the ticket itself.
• Always double-check the latest conversion rates and terms with American Express, as conditions may periodically change.

2. Transfer Points from Scandic Hotels (Scandic Friends)

How it Works:

Scandic Hotels allows members of their Scandic Friends loyalty program to convert hotel points into SAS EuroBonus points.

Conversion Rate:

• 500 EuroBonus points per qualifying night when choosing to earn EuroBonus points directly at Scandic instead of hotel points.

How to Earn EuroBonus Points at Scandic:

• At hotel check-in, inform reception staff that you prefer EuroBonus points instead of Scandic Friends points.
• Provide your EuroBonus membership number to ensure points are credited correctly.

Special Note:

• If you opt to earn EuroBonus points, you will not earn Scandic Friends points or receive Friends-specific perks during your stay.

Upcoming Improvements (2025):

Scandic Hotels is significantly enhancing its partnership with SAS in early 2025. New benefits will include:

• Status Matching: Match your Scandic Friends membership level with SAS EuroBonus.
• Point Exchange: Easily exchange points back and forth between the two loyalty programs.

This upcoming flexibility is especially valuable for frequent travelers who frequently stay with Scandic Hotels.

3. Transfer Points from Radisson Rewards

How it Works:

Radisson Rewards offers EuroBonus members two convenient methods of converting points:

Option A: Automatic Conversion (Recommended)

• You can set your earning preference to automatically convert Radisson Rewards points to EuroBonus points in your Radisson Rewards profile.
• Conversion Rate: Automatic transfers occur at a ratio of 7:1 (7 Radisson Rewards points = 1 EuroBonus point).
• No minimum threshold for automatic conversion—ideal for frequent travelers.

Option B: Manual Conversion

• You can choose when to convert points manually through the Radisson Rewards website.
• Manual conversions can be completed in increments of 2,000, 50,000, or 100,000 Radisson Rewards points.
• Example: 2,000 Radisson Rewards points = 285 EuroBonus points.

How to Set Up Automatic Conversion:

• Log into your Radisson Rewards account and select SAS EuroBonus as your preferred earning method.
• Provide your EuroBonus membership number at reservation or check-in.

Tip:

Automatic conversion is convenient if you frequently stay at Radisson properties and want to effortlessly build your EuroBonus points balance.

4. Other Notable Transfer Partners

Beyond credit cards and hotels, consider these other avenues to transfer or indirectly earn EuroBonus points:

• Car Rentals: Rental partners such as Hertz regularly offer direct earning of EuroBonus points per rental. While typically direct earning rather than transfers, renting frequently can accumulate points quickly.
• Shopping Portals: Purchasing products through the SAS EuroBonus shopping portal provides high bonus rates (e.g., Lensway offering 50 points per 100 SEK spent).

Strategic Insights: Maximizing Your Transfers

Combine Transfers with SAS Payment Cards

Boost your earning potential by linking your transferred points strategy with regular spending on SAS-branded cards (Mastercard, Amex, or Lunar debit cards). You’ll compound your total points earned, maximizing the value of your transfers.

Plan Your Transfers Carefully

Since transfers like Amex points have processing times (usually 5 business days), plan your point transfers ahead of specific redemption goals to ensure your points arrive in time.

Is Transferring Points Worth It?

Transferring points to EuroBonus makes sense if:

• You want to consolidate points from multiple programs into a single account.
• You’re close to an award redemption and need a quick boost.
• You hold large balances in hotel or credit card programs and have specific redemption goals with EuroBonus.

Always check transfer ratios carefully to ensure you’re getting adequate value from your points.

Final Thoughts: Transfer to Travel More

Effectively transferring points from Amex Membership Rewards, Scandic Friends, and Radisson Rewards into your SAS EuroBonus account can unlock significant value, opening doors to flights, upgrades, and enhanced travel experiences. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or an occasional traveler, transferring points strategically can help make your travel aspirations a reality.