Air France vs Finnair Business Class Comparison
| Air France | Finnair | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining | AirLounge |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | Oneworld |
| IATA | AF | AY |
| Hubs | Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) | Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) |
Air France — Pros & Cons
- + Outstanding French-inspired fine dining at altitude
- + Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 on most long-haul aircraft
- + Elegant cabin design and amenity kits
- − No enclosed suite or door on current product
- − Some older A330 routes have less competitive seats
Finnair — Pros & Cons
- + AirLounge concept with bench-style seats
- + Fastest Europe-Asia routing via Helsinki
- + Nordic design aesthetic
- − AirLounge controversial — no traditional lie-flat on some A350s
- − Small network beyond Nordics
The verdict
Air France takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Finnair. Air France stands out with its Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining, while Finnair offers AirLounge. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.