Originally Posted by
WorldLux
It does. Or why else would I mention the 20,000 Avios?
The only downsides to opting for the HEL option is a) collecting 5,000 fewer Avios and b) having to fly J on the QR A320 (still preferably to Y+ in my book). The upside would've been: Spending roughly the same level of money but saving at least 25,000 Avios.
Granted you could fly in for a same day connection and therefore not need a hotel the night before or the expense that goes with that.
Personally I wouldn't risk that with somewhere as far as HEL for a flight on a separate itinerary