A320 Captain - SAS - Direct Entry

SAS, Scandinavia's leading airline, are now seeking A320 Captains - Direct-Entry to join their team as they step confidently into a new era of growth.

Long known as one of the world’s most punctual, sustainable, and innovative airlines, SAS are now preparing for their largest expansion ever, welcoming new aircraft and opening routes across Europe, North America, and Asia.

With a modern fleet of more than 100 aircraft, SAS offers a truly varied and rewarding flying experience. From the unique demands of Nordic winter operations to navigating some of the world’s busiest international airspaces, you’ll enjoy a flying environment that is both challenging and deeply fulfilling.

Join SAS and be part of the next exciting chapter of this growing, respected, and future focused Scandinavian airline.

On offer:

SAS offer a Direct Entry Captain position on the A320 fleet in Copenhagen and Stockholm, with the option to choose between a 100% full-time contract or a flexible 83.3% part-time agreement.

The 83.3% option operates on a seasonal flying pattern, with 100% rostering during the summer and December, and 50–75% during the rest of the year.

• Permanent contract
• Starting salary: 75.493DKK/ 74.772SEK per month (100%) or 62.861DKK/62285 SEK per month (83.3%)
• Competitive salary progression
• Fully funded type-rating with a 3-year bond 
• Additional allowances
• Competitive pension scheme
• Insurance benefits
• Flexible roster (mixed pattern)
• Minimum of 11 days off per month
• 42 days of annual leave
• Worldwide staff travel benefits
• Career opportunities, including progression to A330/A350, or roles within Training and Management

Requirements:

• Unrestricted EASA ATPL (A)
• EASA ATPL(A), CPL(A), or MPL (Non‑Scandinavian EASA licenses accepted, but must be converted before course start)
• Valid Class 1 Medical
• Valid Instrument Rating
• ICAO English Level 5 or 6
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU
• Clean criminal record

Minimum Flight Time Requirements

• 4,000+ hours Total Time
• 2,000+ hours on jet aircraft or high‑speed turboprops
• 1,000+ hours PIC on aircraft with MTOW above 55.0T
  Experience with winter operations

Recruitment process:

1. CV Screening
2. Online Interview with a recruiter
3. Online Tests (cognitive and personality assessments)
4. Assessment Days — group exercises, simulator session, personal interview
5. Final Checks — background screening, security interview, and drug/alcohol testing

Each step of the process might be disqualifying.

Click apply to submit your application and a member of our team will be in touch.