Finnair newbie questions thread (flame-free)
Jan 6, 2020, 3:58 am
#2673
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: HEL
Programs: AY, SK, TK
Posts: 7,598
Jan 6, 2020, 4:20 am
#2675
Join Date: Jul 2017
Programs: AY Plat Lumo, LX SEN, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 464
I have only flown that route once on JAL and it was a few years ago but in my opinion AY is the clear winner. Just for starters the 2-2-2 seating is a disappointment. I didn't notice anything that would have been better than AY. What made you enjoy it more?
Jan 6, 2020, 4:38 am
#2676
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Going around Russian airspace
Posts: 621
https://www.jal.co.jp/en/aircraft/conf/789.html configuration E71 is quite good imo. Other ones not so much.
Jan 9, 2020, 6:03 am
#2677
Join Date: Dec 2013
Programs: AY+ Plat, A3*G
Posts: 672
It seems to be universal and not related to availability of lower booking classes. I tried dummy routes for all US routes (even dailies) and if you don't choose the direct connection via HEL on return it books into M or something really expensive if you want the XXX-HEL flight. You can still do multi-city if you do the return for example through LHR at a "decent" price. Probably they have closed the loop-hole for most ex-ARN'rs 
Too bad I really need that this time. Let's hope it's just a bug and will be fixed in the coming weeks or I'll need to seek for other options outside OW.
Too bad I really need that this time. Let's hope it's just a bug and will be fixed in the coming weeks or I'll need to seek for other options outside OW.
Jan 10, 2020, 7:13 am
#2678
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 231
then you are good to go.
All tourists go min 1 hour before to the airport and are cleared already once you arrive last minute.
Savvy idiot tracks incoming aircraft on Flightradar24 and arrives only 20mins before departure to domestic small airport and finds checkin and security deserted and walks directly to gate open.
All tourists go min 1 hour before to the airport and are cleared already once you arrive last minute.
Savvy idiot tracks incoming aircraft on Flightradar24 and arrives only 20mins before departure to domestic small airport and finds checkin and security deserted and walks directly to gate open.
Jan 13, 2020, 3:56 am
#2680
Join Date: May 2013
Location: HEL
Programs: AY Plat (OWE), SK EBG (*A Gold), KQ Plat (STE+), Accor Plat
Posts: 3,157
And here's the thread.
Jan 13, 2020, 6:57 am
#2681
Join Date: Nov 2019
Programs: AY+
Posts: 188
Hi guys,
Not sure if this has already been discussed somewhere (I've a somewhat hazy memory of this being the case), but here goes.. I was wondering if there is a limit for times a FF can "close the gap" between tiers by exchanging points per tracking period?
Just realized it's quite possible for me to reach Platsku this way
Not sure if it's worth it though, as most of my travel takes place within the EU with 1-2 longhauls per year...
-Olpe
Not sure if this has already been discussed somewhere (I've a somewhat hazy memory of this being the case), but here goes.. I was wondering if there is a limit for times a FF can "close the gap" between tiers by exchanging points per tracking period?
Just realized it's quite possible for me to reach Platsku this way
Not sure if it's worth it though, as most of my travel takes place within the EU with 1-2 longhauls per year...-Olpe
Jan 13, 2020, 12:13 pm
#2683
Join Date: Jan 2015
Programs: BAEC Gold
Posts: 1,627
Last week the options were salmon lasagna or chicken with lentils and Indian spices. The starter was reindeer mousse and dessert carrot cake.
And here's the thread.
And here's the thread.
Jan 20, 2020, 7:45 pm
#2684
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 156
Hi all
I am looking at flights from HEL to KTT on AY in early November 2020. AY639
I am an OWE through Qantas and Qantas tells me there is no award availability. Checking the BA website tells me the same.
I have a lot of Qantas points but Qantas tells me they don't codeshare on this route so I cant use my Qantas points to pay for the flight, cash fare only.
I tried to check the AY website but it says I don't have enough points without telling me how many points this would need.
So a few questions
Thankyou
I am looking at flights from HEL to KTT on AY in early November 2020. AY639
I am an OWE through Qantas and Qantas tells me there is no award availability. Checking the BA website tells me the same.
I have a lot of Qantas points but Qantas tells me they don't codeshare on this route so I cant use my Qantas points to pay for the flight, cash fare only.
I tried to check the AY website but it says I don't have enough points without telling me how many points this would need.
So a few questions
- How many points is this route on the AY website?
- Is there any way i can use my QF points for this route?
- I have a lot of Amex MR points but dont see AY as a transfer partner. Is there a way i can transfer these points "somewhere" to use with AY
Thankyou
Jan 20, 2020, 8:09 pm
#2685
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: KBOS
Programs: BA GfL
Posts: 921
RT fare HEL-KTT is roughly A$315. If you use your QF points, you'll probably end up paying A$150 in taxes and surcharges, so not worth the trouble. Personally I use my points (albeit BA) for hotels because of the outrageous charges. To use AX MR, call AX travel office and book your flight. When you get your monthly bill, pay the airfare with MR.