Finnair reports 10.2% passenger growth in September 2024, with strong cargo performance and increased capacity
In September 2024, Finnair carried over 1 million passengers, reflecting a 10.2% increase compared to the same month in 2023.Capacity, measured in Available Seat...
Finnair reports strong August 2024 performance with over 1 million passengers and cargo growth
In August 2024, Finnair carried 1,062,400 passengers, marking a 9.5% increase compared to August 2023. The airline’s capacity, measured in Available Seat Kilometres (ASK),...
Finnair sees passenger growth and capacity increase in July 2024
Finnair experienced significant growth in July 2024, transporting 1,155,100 passengers, marking an 8.7% increase from July 2023. The airline’s capacity, measured in Available Seat...
Finnair expands London to Helsinki route with increased daily flights
Finnair is significantly increasing its flight frequency on the popular London Heathrow to Helsinki route. Starting October 27, 2024, the airline will add two...
Baby born mid-flight on Finnair plane to Paris
Exceptional scenes unfolded on Finnair flight AY1571 (Airbus A320 OH-LXF) from Helsinki to Paris CDG on Friday morning when a woman unexpectedly gave birth...
Finnair to open spacious new Schengen Lounge at Helsinki Airport
Finnair is set to enhance the customer experience with the opening of its new Finnair Lounge on the Schengen side of Helsinki Airport on...
Finnair completes €200 million long-haul cabin overhaul, enhancing customer experience
Finnair has successfully completed a comprehensive €200 million refurbishment of its long-haul fleet, ensuring all aircraft are now equipped with upgraded cabins. This significant...
Finnair passenger numbers rise in May 2024 amid increased capacity
Finnair saw a rise in passenger numbers in May 2024, carrying 983,500 passengers, a 2.4% increase from May 2023. This growth was driven by...
Finnair plane towed from runway at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
A Finnair Airbus A350-900 registered OH-LWE arriving from New York JFK as flight AY16 experienced technical problems after landing at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, necessitating it...
Finnair to resume Tartu flights with enhanced navigation methods
Finnair is set to recommence flights to Tartu, Estonia, starting June 2, 2024, after a brief suspension to implement new approach solutions at Tartu...
Smoke in the cockpit forces Finnair ATR 72-500 to evacuate
The crew of a domestic Finnair flight was forced to evacuate the aircraft, an ATR 72-500 (registration currently unknown), just before take-off at Helsinki...
Positive growth in passenger numbers and cargo: Finnair’s April 2024 traffic performance
In April 2024, Finnair's traffic performance showed positive trends with an increase in both passenger numbers and cargo figures compared to the previous year....
Finnair temporarily halts Tartu flights due to GPS interference
Finnair announces the temporary suspension of its daily flights to Tartu, Estonia, from April 29 to May 31. The decision is made to address...
Finnair flight from Chicago to Helsinki diverts to New York JFK after engine problems
Finnair Flight AY10, scheduled from Chicago O'Hare to Helsinki and operated by an Airbus A330-300 registered as OH-LTM, was compelled to alter its course...
Enhancing connections and expanding horizons: Finnair’s latest traffic programme updates
Finnair unveils its revamped traffic programme for Winter 2024 and Summer 2025, promising increased accessibility and new destinations for travellers. Highlights include expanded weekly...
Finnair’s March 2024 traffic report: Passenger numbers dip, cargo improves
Finnair's traffic performance in March 2024 witnessed a 3.6% decline in passenger numbers compared to the same period last year. However, the airline observed...
300 Finnair passengers stranded in Miami since Thursday
Around 300 Finnish travellers have been stranded in Miami since Thursday due to a technical issue on Finnair's Airbus A350-900 registered OH-LWI that led...
Finnair: 100 Years of innovation and excellence celebrated in France
Today marks a historic milestone for Finnair. On March 20, 1924, the Finnish airline's very first flight (Aero Osake yhtiö) took off for Tallinn....
Finnair long-haul flights make stopovers due to strike causing fuel shortage at Helsinki
Finnair's long-haul flights from Finland are making stopovers in European cities to refuel amidst a strike affecting fuel supply. The airline's flights to destinations...
Challenges and opportunities: Finnair’s February 2024 traffic performance amidst strikes and cargo growth
In February 2024, Finnair faced a 2.3% decrease in passenger numbers compared to the same month in 2023, attributed to a two-day political strike...