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Finnair

ICAO: FIN IATA: AY Active as of Feb 2, 2026

Airline Statistics

193

Active Routes

5003

Flight Observations

93

Unique Destinations

97

Origin Airports

1663

Avg Route Distance (mi)

7084

Longest Route (mi)

0

Domestic Routes

100

International Routes

About Finnair

Finnair Plc (ICAO: FIN) is the flag carrier and largest full-service legacy airline of Finland, headquartered in Vantaa. Founded in 1923 as Aero O/Y, it is one of the world's oldest continuously operating airlines. The Finnish government holds a majority stake in the company.

The airline's main operational base and hub is Helsinki Airport (HEL), from which it specializes in connecting Europe and Asia, as well as North America. Finnair operates a modern, nearly all-Airbus fleet for its international routes, including Airbus A350-900s and A330s for long-haul travel, and A320 family aircraft for shorter European connections. For domestic and regional services, it utilizes ATR and Embraer regional jets through its subsidiaries. Finnair serves over 100 destinations globally.

Finnair is a proud member of the Oneworld airline alliance, which provides its passengers with extensive connectivity worldwide through partner airlines. The airline offers distinct cabin classes, including Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class, and is known for comfortable seating, especially on long-haul flights, with some aircraft featuring non-reclining Business Class seats.

Traveler Reviews

Recent traveler reviews indicate a mixed, but generally competent, sentiment towards Finnair.

What Travelers Love:

  • Excellent Cabin Crew: Many passengers praise Finnair's cabin crew for being "fantastic, personable, informative and caring in every respect."
  • Comfortable Seating (especially long-haul): Travelers frequently highlight the comfort of Finnair's seats, with some noting "extremely comfortable premium economy seat[s]" and "quite spacious leg space" in Economy on long-haul flights.
  • Efficient Helsinki Hub: Helsinki Airport is consistently described as a pleasant airport with efficient transfers and modern lounges, contributing to a smooth travel experience.
  • Good In-flight Catering (Business Class): The in-flight catering, particularly in Business Class, has been noted as "super tasty and plentiful." The blueberry juice is also a popular item.

Common Complaints:

  • Flight Cancellations and Delays: Several travelers have reported "multiple flight cancellations" and delays, leading to disruptions and stress.
  • Limited Legroom (Economy on some routes) & Outdated Entertainment: Some passengers have found "limited legroom" in Economy, especially on longer flights, and describe the in-flight entertainment options as lacking variety or being outdated.
  • Customer Service Issues: Complaints include "disorganized" customer service, difficulties with online check-in, and perceived unfair charges for baggage.
  • Declining Lounge Quality & Inadequate Meal Portions (Economy): Some reviews mention a decline in the quality of airport lounges, citing them as "restless, noisy, and chaotic," with a noticeable reduction in food quality. Economy meal portions have also been described as "tiny and insufficient."

Overall sentiment suggests that while Finnair is generally a competent airline with strong points like its cabin crew and long-haul comfort, recent experiences highlight inconsistencies in service and potential issues with operational reliability and in-flight amenities on some routes. Travelers are advised to manage expectations and stay proactive regarding flight updates.

Safety Information

Finnair maintains a robust safety record and is consistently recognized as one of the world's safest airlines.

The airline has had no fatal or hull-loss accidents since 1963, a testament to its long-standing commitment to safety. This strong record is a key factor in its consistent inclusion in rankings of the world's safest carriers. For 2025, Finnair was listed among the Top 25 Safest Full-Service Airlines by AirlineRatings.com. While a recent Airbus A320 recall caused a delay for a Finnair flight, this was a widespread manufacturer issue affecting numerous airlines, not indicative of an airline-specific safety failure.

As a major international airline, Finnair operates under stringent regulatory oversight. Factors considered in safety assessments, such as those by AirlineRatings.com, include IOSA certification (IATA Operational Safety Audit) and ICAO country audit passes, which Finnair, as a top-tier European flag carrier, is expected to maintain.

Finnair operates a modern fleet, including recent deliveries of Airbus A350 XWB and A321 aircraft, with fleet age being a critical component of safety assessments. The airline's Technical Operations division is well-regarded for its capability in managing complex maintenance situations, employing digitalization and innovative practices, such as enhanced tool management solutions, to further improve safety and efficiency.

Based on available data, Finnair's overall safety assessment is exceptionally strong. The airline's long history without fatal accidents, its modern fleet, adherence to high maintenance standards, and consistent recognition by independent safety rating organizations underscore its commitment to passenger safety.

Compiled by AirportRoutes.com • Updated 2 months ago

Route Network Map

Click on any airport to see its routes

Most Popular Routes

352 flights
E190
RVN → HEL
Rovaniemi Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
433 miles
224 flights
A320
156 flights
AT72
HEL → ARN
Helsinki Vantaa Airport → Stockholm-Arlanda
248 miles
141 flights
A320
137 flights
A320
RIX → HEL
Riga International Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
237 miles
134 flights
AT72
128 flights
A319
KTT → HEL
Kittilä Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
511 miles
120 flights
A319
OUL → HEL
Oulu Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
319 miles
100 flights
AT72
ARN → HEL
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
248 miles
99 flights
A320

Top Destinations

HEL (EFHK)
Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
2577 flights
94 routes
TLL (EETN)
Tallinn
Tallinn
156 flights
1 route
RVN (EFRO)
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi
154 flights
2 routes
ARN (ESSA)
Stockholm-Arlanda
Stockholm
146 flights
2 routes
OUL (EFOU)
Oulu
Oulunsalo
137 flights
1 route
LHR (EGLL)
London Heathrow
London
92 flights
1 route
GOT (ESGG)
Goteborg
Landvetter
71 flights
1 route
CPH (EKCH)
Copenhagen
Copenhagen
71 flights
1 route
IVL (EFIV)
Ivalo
Ivalo / Inari
67 flights
2 routes
OSL (ENGM)
Oslo, Gardermoen
Oslo
66 flights
1 route

Top Origin Airports

HEL (EFHK)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Helsinki (Vantaa)
2363 flights
91 routes
TLL (EETN)
Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport
Tallinn
352 flights
1 route
RVN (EFRO)
Rovaniemi Airport
Rovaniemi
247 flights
2 routes
RIX (EVRA)
Riga International Airport
Riga
134 flights
1 route
KTT (EFKT)
Kittilä Airport
Kittilä
120 flights
1 route
OUL (EFOU)
Oulu Airport
Oulu / Oulunsalo
100 flights
1 route
ARN (ESSA)
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Stockholm
100 flights
2 routes
OSL (ENGM)
Oslo Airport, Gardermoen
Oslo (Gardermoen)
64 flights
1 route
TOS (ENTC)
Tromsø Airport, Langnes
Tromsø
60 flights
2 routes
CDG (LFPG)
Charles de Gaulle International Airport
Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise)
59 flights
1 route

Top Border Crossing Flights

HEL (EFHK)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Vantaa, FI
2577 flights
94 routes
TLL (EETN)
Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport
Tallinn, EE
156 flights
1 route
RVN (EFRO)
Rovaniemi Airport
Rovaniemi, FI
154 flights
2 routes
ARN (ESSA)
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
Stockholm, SE
146 flights
2 routes
LHR (EGLL)
London Heathrow Airport
London, GB
92 flights
1 route
GOT (ESGG)
Göteborg Landvetter Airport
Landvetter, SE
71 flights
1 route
CPH (EKCH)
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport
Copenhagen, DK
71 flights
1 route
IVL (EFIV)
Ivalo Airport
Ivalo / Inari, FI
67 flights
2 routes

Longest Routes

KIX → HEL
Kansai International Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
7084 mi
HKG → HEL
Hong Kong International Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
7000 mi
HND → HEL
Tokyo Haneda International Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
6878 mi
SIN → HEL
Singapore Changi Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
6833 mi
ICN → HEL
Incheon International Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
6833 mi

Shortest Routes

TLL → HEL
Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport → Helsinki-Vantaa
63 mi
HEL → TLL
Helsinki Vantaa Airport → Tallinn
63 mi
IVL → KTT
Ivalo Airport → Kittila
91 mi
KKN → IVL
Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen → Ivalo
99 mi
IVL → KKN
Ivalo Airport → Kirkenes, Hoybuktmoen
99 mi

All Routes

193 Total Routes
Showing 25 most popular routes
Route Destination Flights Distance Aircraft Last Seen
TLL → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
352 63 mi E190 Feb 1, 2026
RVN → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
224 433 mi A320 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → TLL Tallinn
Tallinn
156 63 mi AT72 Jan 31, 2026
HEL → ARN Stockholm-Arlanda
Stockholm
141 248 mi A320 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → OUL Oulu
Oulunsalo
137 319 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
RIX → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
134 237 mi AT72 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → RVN Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi
128 433 mi A319 Feb 1, 2026
KTT → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
120 511 mi A319 Feb 1, 2026
OUL → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
100 319 mi AT72 Jan 24, 2026
ARN → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
99 248 mi A320 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → LHR London Heathrow
London
92 1149 mi A321 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → CPH Copenhagen
Copenhagen
71 555 mi E190 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → GOT Goteborg
Landvetter
71 487 mi AT72 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → OSL Oslo, Gardermoen
Oslo
66 475 mi E190 Jan 31, 2026
HEL → IVL Ivalo
Ivalo / Inari
66 578 mi AT72 Feb 1, 2026
OSL → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
64 475 mi E190 Jan 31, 2026
CDG → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
59 1179 mi A321 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → KUO Kuopio
Kuopio / Siilinjarvi
59 208 mi AT72 Feb 2, 2026
HEL → BER Berlin-Brandenburg
Berlin
59 701 mi A321 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → AGP Malaga
Malaga
58 2085 mi A321 Feb 1, 2026
KUO → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
57 208 mi AT72 Jan 31, 2026
HAM → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
54 727 mi E190 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → CDG Charles de Gaulle/Roissy
Paris
51 1179 mi E190 Feb 2, 2026
KAO → HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
Vantaa
51 414 mi AT72 Feb 1, 2026
HEL → KTT Kittila
Kittila
51 511 mi A321 Feb 1, 2026
Data Information:

Airline statistics are based on flight route observations collected from FlightAware AeroAPI and other sources. Flight counts represent observed operations, not scheduled frequencies. Route data is continuously updated as new flight information becomes available.

Data Freshness: Real-time
Last Update: Feb 2, 2026 20:03
Coverage: Observed routes only