I recently flew back-to-back on two countries’ flag carriers in Europe: British Airways and Finnair. British Airways is much larger of the two, but both fly long-haul between Europe and the US with their hubs in London and Helsinki, respectively. These flights weren’t initially planned so close together, but thanks to some last-minute schedule changes, I found myself crisscrossing the Atlantic twice in two weeks. The closeness of the flights made it easy to see how Finnair has an edge over British Airways.
The coach seats on both airlines were comparable, with good space and comfort, but I found myself liking Finnair flights better than British Airways. The service and overall experience on Finnair was slightly better, which made the long flights more enjoyable. British Airways, on the other hand, was still decent and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again if the price was right.
Overall, the flights on both British Airways and Finnair were smooth and comfortable. While Finnair had a slight edge in terms of service and experience, British Airways still provided a decent flight experience. I would consider flying with them again in the future, especially if the price is competitive. Traveling back-to-back on these flag carriers gave me a unique perspective on their services, and I now have a better understanding of what each airline has to offer.