Finnair vs TAP Air Portugal Business Class Comparison
| Finnair | TAP Air Portugal | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | AirLounge | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Star Alliance |
| IATA | AY | TP |
| Hubs | Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | Lisbon (LIS) |
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
TAP Air Portugal — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Brazil and Africa
- + Competitive pricing from Lisbon
- + New A330neo product
- − Seat width below average at 20 inches
- − Limited long-haul fleet
The verdict
Both Finnair and TAP Air Portugal earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Finnair offers AirLounge while TAP Air Portugal features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.