Finnair vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Finnair | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | AirLounge | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | |
| IATA | AY | HU |
| Hubs | Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Both Finnair and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Finnair offers AirLounge while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.