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Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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Finnair is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its renowned Platinum Wing lounge at Helsinki Airport (HEL). Since its grand opening on June 4, 2019, this exclusive retreat has offered a distinctive and luxurious experience to top-tier Finnair and oneworld status members, including Finnair Plus Platinum Lumo and Platinum cardholders, as well as oneworld Emerald members.
The Platinum Wing lounge stands out not only for its exceptional dining and seating options but also for its Nordic-inspired design and unique amenities. Among its highlights is a traditional Finnish sauna, setting it apart as one of the most distinctive airport lounges globally.
Discover the Comforts of Finnair’s Platinum Wing Lounge at Helsinki Airport
With seating for up to 155 guests, Finnair’s Platinum Wing lounge provides a welcoming retreat in Helsinki Airport’s non-Schengen area. The lounge boasts a variety of comforts, highlighted by its traditional Finnish sauna. Adorned with darkened natural aspen wood, mood lighting, and organic care products, the sauna offers a serene escape. The main lounge area features dedicated zones for working, resting, and dining, ensuring a well-rounded experience for travelers.
Culinary offerings are diverse and appealing, showcasing flavors from Finnair’s extensive Asian network alongside traditional Finnish dishes. The menu includes the airline’s signature Reindeer Burger, crafted from locally smoked reindeer and beef, with a vegan alternative known as the ‘Beyond Burger,’ plus an array of other special vegetarian options.
Asian Network Update
While Finnair’s North American routes have fully recovered, its Asian network is still on the mend. The airline has gradually resumed flights to many Asian destinations following the COVID pandemic and disruptions from Russian airspace restrictions. However, Finnair is currently operating at just over half of its pre-pandemic capacity for the Far East routes.
Aviation analytics company Cirium reports for August 2024 that the carrier now serves ten destinations across Asia:
| Destination | Frequency | Seats (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) | Daily | 17,924 |
| Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL) | Daily | 16,170 |
| Hong Kong International (HKG) | Daily | 17,238 |
| Tokyo Haneda (HND) | Daily | 18,870 |
| Seoul Incheon (ICN) | Daily | 19,902 |
| Osaka Kansai (KIX) | Five-times-weekly | 14,124 |
| Nagoya Chubu Centrair (NGO) | Twice-weekly | 5,348 |
| Tokyo Narita (NRT) | Six-times-weekly | 17,334 |
| Shanghai Pudong (PVG) | Three-times-weekly | 7,228 |
| Singapore Changi (SIN) | Daily | 18,010 |
Summer Travel Update: Finnair’s Capacity and New Lounge Launch
This summer, Finnair operates over 250 monthly flights and offers more than 150,000 seats on its Asia routes. While these numbers reflect a robust schedule, they represent just over half of the airline’s August 2019 capacity, when it serviced nearly 500 monthly flights to 17 Asian destinations.
New Business Lounge Unveiled
In addition to expanding its flight network, Finnair has introduced a new Business Lounge on the Schengen side of Helsinki Airport. Opened on July 9th, this upgraded lounge significantly enhances the travel experience for business travelers and Gold/Sapphire members flying on Finnair’s European routes. The new facility accommodates up to 440 guests—150 more than the previous lounge—and includes a special ‘Platinum Corner’ dedicated to elite-tier members, such as Platinum, Platinum Lumo, and Emerald.
