Finnair vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Finnair | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | AirLounge | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | None |
| IATA | AY | BI |
| Hubs | Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
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
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
The verdict
Both Finnair and Royal Brunei Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Finnair offers AirLounge while Royal Brunei Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.