Finnair A350 Business Class Los Angeles to Helsinki

Watch this video to see the entire Finnair experience onboard their flagship Airbus A350 from Los Angeles to Helsinki.
In this video, you’ll see the Oneworld Lounge in Los Angeles and everything onboard, too! You’ll experience the Finnair A350 Business Class seat, the Finnair Business Class food, the Finnair Inflight Entertainment, and even the incredibly warm and friendly Finnair Business Class Service!
This flight lasted more than ten hours, which means you’ll see everything Finnair does on their long-haul business class flights.
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0:00 Introduction
1:48 Oneworld Lounge in Los Angeles
2:43 Boarding Finnair A350 Business Class
6:28 Finnair Business Class Dining
10:45 Finnair JebScore
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Music:
Let Go - Conditional
A Travelers’ Gloom - Dew of Light
These Days - Pearce Roswell
Better Tactics - Headlund
Come to the Water (Instrumental Version) - Go For Howell
Someone Like Me (Instrumental Version) - Velvet Moon
Shadows in Slow Motion - Joseph Alesci
Cut and Run - Airae
Out of Sight, Out of Mind - Josef Falkenskold

[@lukum55]

Being founded in 1923 Finnair is the worlds 6th oldest airline still in operation and with no on board fatalities or airframe loss incidents since 1963 its also considered one of the safest airlines.

[@braindisorder5043]

Jep. Aika pehmee😅

[@fghjk3456]

Yeah, that's because finnish goverment have been saving the company many, many times. Without goverments support it would crash like crap.

[@braindisorder5043]

@@fghjk3456 Mitä vitun väliä sillä on millä rahalla ne lentää kuhan ei kukaan menetä henkeensä? Ooksä vähän apassi?

[@solared]

@@fghjk3456 as if that doesn't happen to other flag carriers 😅 that's basically standard nowadays.

[@anttij2973]

@@fghjk3456 Almost every airline has been bailed out who knows how many times.

[@yeowchongong5608]

Finnair Business Class is definitely our choice every time we fly from Singapore to anywhere in Europe. Great value, great service and like the minimalist interior. Don’t mind the stop over at Helsinki either.

[@MySipuli]

Finnair is the best. Safety first.

[@_coconut6267]

I’m the same

[@Kristol7]

Finnair is my TOP 1 choice as well.

[@fghjk3456]

Sure, but you get better service for much cheaper prize from any other airliner. And better food too!!

[@_coconut6267]

@@fghjk3456 There prices are Amazing for trans continental

[@erikbergqvist9102]

Food varies heavy when you fly TO Helsinki, compared to flying from it. My experience is that the food is always a safe bet and fantastic when flying from Hel. Small menu, but always a flavor experience regardless of what your two options are.

[@_w_w_]

The issue is LAX and Finnair doesn't want to spend extra money to make it decent. Vast majority of LAX departing long haul flights have lousy food - in fact, probably the worst in the world. I have traveled extensively and LAX is my long-haul home base and I have never seen or eaten any airline food that's worse than LAX's catering.

[@Originalman144]

@@_w_w_ Yep. LA has high food cost, high labor cost, high transport cost, high tax -- there's really no way around those things for the airlines -- so all of this cost-cutting is felt in the low quality of the meals.

[@schumi246]

Food on outbound flights tend to be better, than on flights back to an airlines base. For example, I flew KLM from Amsterdam, down to Kilimanjaro, and back about 10 days later. The food on the way down was better. I’ve also flown United from DEN-LHR and back as well, and it was true then, too.

[@afcgeo882]

@@schumi246 This is true of all airlines. The simple reason is that every airline designs its own menu, so at its home base, the catering company makes A LOT of those dishes, for all of those flights out of the base. That makes it cheaper, more consistent, and with the exact brand ingredients it was designed to have. At away airports all around the world the local caterers have to use local ingredients and only make the food for one or two flights a day (of that airline). They lack the experience, the economies of scale drive the prices up, and the local brands/ingredients don’t work as well together.

[@_w_w_]

@@schumi246 It's not outbound or inbound. It's where the food is catered. US-catered food in general is pretty bad. The ONLY airport I think otherwise is Seattle. LAX is THE worst. United's catering out of SFO, IAH and EWR are super lousy, but on the return leg catered by the out-station's caterers, the food is 100% better. This is the most obvious when the flights leave Japan, Taiwan or France. The difference in meal quality and presentation is shockingly noticeable, even in economy. The sad thing is that flighst departing China, catered in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen are even better than the US. They actually hire foreign chefs in China from top schools and restaurants... If you can disconnect the culture aspect of a cuisine and just look at ingredient, taste and execution, even the Chinese caters are better than the Americans.

[@AIRLINEVIDEOS]

Awesome video! Love Finnair.

[@GreenerGrass]

Thanks so much for watching! I tried to track you guys down when I was at LAX, but I couldn’t find you!

[@nakennille127]

@@GreenerGrass i like finnair to but helsinki isnt as nice as Stockholm

[@zoidbergcod4]

Flew from Helsinki to Miami with Finnair on the same A350 but in Economy Extra. I was very impressed with the leg room and the service was very accommodating.

[@6yjjk]

Did this same flight in 1A and loved every minute of it. The only disappointment was the solid undercast preventing me from seeing Jan Mayen - which the friendly crew told me when we'd be passing, so I could plan my sleep accordingly. I've watched this flight on FlightRadar24 and seen it turn right out of LAX then not turn again until 10-mile final into Helsinki. 5,000-mile right base :) I love Finnair (which is just as well, given that I live in the north of Finland). I've always found the service on board to be attentive but with that wonderful Finnish quality of not bothering you when it isn't necessary. Whether it's turning round from staring out the window on arrival and finding my coat retrieved from the locker and folded neatly on the seat beside me, or collapsing into my seat after a sweltering run the entire length of HEL and having an FA bring a glass of water before I could even fasten my belt, they somehow manage to hit that sweet spot between invisible and fawning, every time.

[@shaunpierce4174]

I flew with Finnair for the first time last December in business class from Stockholm to Bangkok, it was my very first business class flight and I was not disappointed at all, their service was excellent. I will definitely use them again.

[@kadendosman4184]

Awesome! Just a quick travel tip: Airlines never sell/give out all the food that they have, so if you want more and your meal was free, if you ask a flight attendant if you can have another meal, chances are they will give it to you.

[@GonzoJamie]

Hey Jeb - those glasses are amazing. My kitchen got stocked with those rather expensive but amazing glasses after my Finnair business class trip

[@cteam8754]

Another great video as always Jeb. I love that sequence when the pilot is talking and you taxing out to the runway. That LA skyline.....

[@arsiarskila]

6:47's experience must have been nuts

[@hoxier955]

I flew the Same flight as you, To Helsinki to London (LHR) in Finnair A350XWB in economy premium class. Its was incredible flight with Finnair

[@Thunder_bolt13]

I've always preferred the longer flights from the west coast to Europe. I love flying so it gives me more time on the plane to enjoy it all.

[@namanula]

Great to catch up with your travels once more, Jeb! Finnair is an excellent carrier. On a leg between Australia & Sweden I flew Finnair between HKG & HEL (just between you & me, I ‘’borrowed” a short Ittala glass - love it!). Yes, give me a carrier like Finnair for long haul flying anyday, in partnership with Qantas, of course. Excellent review! 👍

[@oscarn-]

I've always liked Finnair. My best memory was when I was on one of my first trips to Europe and returning to Helsinki from Münich. We had a connecting flight leaving from Charles de Gaulle and our flight was not only late but we had to through a very rude and slow security check there. We were running really late, actually running to the gate, panting and sweating. Then the Finnair flight attendant welcomed us young, lost and exhausted lads with the warmest of smiles and said "you don't have to hurry anymore, we'll take you home". Those were just the right words and just awesome customer service.

[@elsahelgason6609]

My husband

[@mortis01.]

This just makes my day! Finally someone flying with Finnish airliner! And i can recommend flying with Finnair too!

[@paullewis2413]

Always enjoy your videos, Jeb. You’re more interested in the product rather than yourself unlike some others. Good for Finnair, they seem to offer a very good, solid business class product. Unfortunately my regular long haul flight wouldn’t be practical via Helsinki.

[@wishyouwerehere6226]

I absolutely love this channel! When you can’t get away this is the channel that can take you there.

[@nachtmusik2036]

I get so excited when I see a new video from you! I know I’m in for a treat. I love living vicariously through your videos and your narration is just fantastic. Keep up the good work!

[@steppenwolf584]

Another top notch video. Great job! Finnair has long been one of my favorite airlines!

[@noahpalmieri941]

Always love to see another video from you! Very positive, fun, and genuine remarks! Should be a TV show!

[@peterhastings703]

Great video Jeb! I usually combine trips from Europe to the west coast with mileage/status runs, so I include a stop on the east coast on the way back. I've only had one short trip on Finnair, from LHR to HEL, but it was operated by their long-haul aircraft - an A350 out (coincidentally the same aircraft you flew on - but I was in 8A!) and an A330 back. The food was okay for a short flight, but the service was great and the seat comfortable. I'll definitely consider them for a transatlantic leg in future.

[@mikrokupu]

In the coming summer season Finnair has increased widebody service on SH routes. LHR gets A350 twice daily, all AMS flights are operated by A350. They opened a new long haul base in Stockholm but seems still extra capacity left, their important markets in Japan and China being mostly closed now.

[@efr33]

Finnair is very underrated airlane, i never worry about flying when flying for them, also the new Finnair business class is very good i higly recommend

[@rogaviation7809]

You know I was in Los Angeles 2 weeks ago and saw a number of Finnair A350s land. I never knew who amazing there airline was, they seem quite nice. The seat is spacious and clean and the food is great! Definitely need to try Finnair. Thanks for the video Jeb and cya in the sky!🙂👍🛫

[@james100075]

Such a fantastic review. Amazing editing, music, voiceover, camera angles, and a great disposition. Five stars to you, man (y)!!

[@GreenerGrass]

Thank you so much! That means so much!

[@LeoS-1979]

I hope you had time to enjoy the beautiful city of Helsinki as well. Thank you again for a great video. I hope to see another one soon again 😊!

[@lukezavislak7130]

Fairest Jeb score I’ve ever seen great job!

[@SlavaUkraini85]

the excitement of trying a new airline is always great! :)

[@Plusty07]

Mr. Bush, once again, you have delivered on this vlog. Honest and fair! Finnair will or has started non-stop services from the DFW to HEL airport. I think when I show my Finnish boss this video, she'll be elated. Kiitos!

[@eeriknieminen6627]

Hi from finland, nice video i love finnair

[@ilmarilah1195]

Oi maamme suomi

[@TheIdiotPlays]

Finnair on ihan ok, oma kokemus oli eräänä lumisena päivänä päästiin myöhästymisien jälkeen koneeseen ja ootettiin pari tuntia, ei lähdetty koska lumi jääty siipiin. Ja noh, porukat asu riihimäellä ja finnairilla oli joku oma tulkintansa korvauksista ja sano että pitäkää tunkkinne. Ootettiin kentällä + koneessa + kamoja takas koneesta yhteensä n. 16 tuntia ja sitten piti ajaa joskus kahdelta yöllä kotiin ja sitten seuraavana päivänä uudestaan kentälle. Sillon sentään päästiin lähtemään :D Ei mitään korvauksia, eivät tarjonneet hotellihuonetta ei mitään. Söi vähän omaa kokemustani tosta yrityksestä. Tais mennä oikeuteen asti tää keissi, en oo kysyny tuliko siitä ikinä mitään. Tähän perään vielä että sen jälkeen ei oo ollu itellä ongelmia finnairin kanssa, kattoo nyt kun jouluna pitäs käydä losissa että millanen sotku on sillon.

[@tmoore4075]

I have to say I love the videos. I can live vicariously through your videos. That first shot of Iceland is amazing.

[@kookgiuliani1992]

As usual , you are so generous when it comes to evaluation. How we wish you were a teacher 🙆🏻‍♂️ Thank you for your efforts to make such informative and entertaining vlogs. 🙏🏽

[@jenskat1]

Nice video, Jeb! To answer your question about the long flight vs. flying to Europe from the east coast, when I lived in Los Angeles I flew from there to Europe many times with my children. They are dual nationals so there were many of these trips to see family. I chose non-stop flights back in those days because I figured breaking up the flight into two shorter stretches would make the overall trip longer with young ones. I flew a lot of different airlines over the years. I loved my FinnAir flight (awesome airline!) but my best experience was one KLM flight when the attendants offered to play with my then two-year-old from time to time. I swear I didn't ask them to do it! Btw, your breakfast looked good on FinnAir. My favorite breakfast was on a SwissAir flight. Amazingly fresh and delicious.

[@camdobson5433]

I love flying from the west coast to Europe in the Summer. Greenland is just amazing.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@brentdd]

The angled seats are nice, I liked that he could see out the window at the same time that he watched the IFE. Still so jealous of this!

[@cherylkavanagh3387]

Great video, Jeb. Love the Finnair glassware!

[@simonhutchings6256]

I flew from HEL to HKG return on AY A350 in Y class , couldn’t fault the cabin service fantastic flights. I would recommend flying Finnair long haul 😀👌

[@gracetaylor4429]

Your videos always cheer me up :) thank you 🙏

[@simondavey7787]

Finnair is definitely underrated; I think their service and connectivity make them a quiet challenger in the current aviation market. Have current events impacted their schedule and network to any significant extent?

[@mikrokupu]

Before Covid and the war in Ukraine, the Europe-Asia traffic made some 40% of Finnair's turnover. Their top markets Japan and China are largely unreachable for them now, the Russian airspace is closed for the EU airlines. To compensate, they have opened a long haul base in Stockholm, with routes to the US this summer.

[@corporateshill3225]

@@mikrokupu Actually Finnair fly to Japan and China from Finland, but trough North Pole. Which will make the trip a couple hours longer.

[@mikrokupu]

​@@corporateshill3225 Yes they have a couple of Polar routes left to Japan/China but the volumes are only a fraction what it used to be. They used to fly to 6 airports in Japan alone, hopefully they'll be back soon!

[@velvetjones1856]

I did business class on Finnair Chicago to Helsinki a few years ago. Return was Finnair to Heathrow and then AA to DFW. Finnair has great club in Helsinki.

[@MrLM002]

Those glasses are gorgeous, I'm glad they sell them and I'm even more glad that you picked up a set for yourself. I'll definitely be looking for Finnair flights in the future.

[@bryanhyde8850]

Love long haul flights the most.

[@yvesroche3746]

I totally agree. Finnair's Business is great. I flew ZRH-HEL-SIN and HKG-HEL-ZRH, it was amazing.

[@joshj1027]

That in-n-out is a classic! Proud bird restaurant south of the airport is great too awesome views of 25R and 25L

[@tamjacobite4758]

I have flown many many times in FINNAIR. I fly New York Helsinki and onto Hong Kong. I like the break in Helsinki. There is a Hilton literally across the road from the terminal in Helsinki. Great airline and friendly people

[@andrea.andrea]

hi, as an experienced traveller and Finnair customer, I can tell you that the Finnair lounge in Hki-airport has even a shower and sauna. but thank you for the video, found it really enjoyable to watch!

[@schumi246]

The perfect length of long haul flight is 8-9 hours, enough time to get dinner, watch a movie, sleep for a couple hours, have breakfast, and arrive. DEN-LHR falls in that range, and I flew that route both ways in May 2019.

[@daegudiva]

Mr Brooks I enjoyed your content very much. This was the first of your video's that I have watched but I will definitely view more of your adventures. Thanks!

[@vigodrakken7916]

I live in LA so Lax to Europe is my usual experience. I always looked forward traveling on the A380, it was the most comfortable way to fly to Europe for me.

[@savageZ4]

Love your Vids, Much love from South Africa.

[@videosfromelsewhere926]

This review just popped up out of finn air, guv. Brilliant

[@mxracer95x]

Jeb, I'm sorry I'm just seeing this video now. I can not agree with you more. I flew Finnair for the first time last summer in business, HEL-LAX on the A350. Absolute best flying experience I ever had. Myself and several other pax arrived very delayed into HEL from FRA and the gate agents could not have been more pleasant, accommodating, and calming after many of us ran 20 minutes through the airport. They were waiting for us and weren't going to leave without us. The onboard experience was just as fantastic. I agree their drinking glasses are amazing, but I'm disappointed it doesn't seem you had their signature blueberry juice. It was delicious. That's all I drank the whole flight and I wanted to buy some to take home. Finnair is most definitely my new favorite and preferred airline for travel to Europe. Unfortunately, their schedule didn't work with mine this summer. I really hope their financial situation improves so I can fly with them again in the future.

[@shaunyip2153]

Nice report, Jeb. I'm shocked this was your first time flying out of TBT because you're such a well-travelled man.

[@joeshmooo5327]

Your narration is fantastic

[@mikeedwards9306]

Great information and from what I saw of Finnair it looks a good service for business.

[@morten3219]

i'm going on this route in december on business class. Can't wait

[@jasongarufi8187]

Hi Jeb thanks for the great review of Finnair.

[@Aerotrain301]

I love the longer flights to Europe. I love flying so the more time I can spend on the plane the better ☺️.

[@bhv2]

Having lived on the west coast just about all my life, I like going to Europe from there as long as it is direct. You leave late and arrive in the mid to late afternoon which allows me to keep the body clock rhythm a little better.

[@robinlindbladh8948]

awesome video, great editing and narration

[@samihyleh865]

That is one LOOONG leg to fly. That flight is quite new route.

[@TheMitchyb61]

That’s awesome…In N Out alone is worth the trip, but a double double and the views! Perfect!

[@danshorts6917]

Nice travel report.

[@ecbrandt1]

And flying above my lovely island Greenland - Its been years since ive been trying Finnair long haul BIZ - It was on their old but beautifull MD11´s from Helsinki to bangkok, banck in 2003 i beleive. And again, great vid mate.

[@wvujag]

I did this in economy in 2019. Maybe my most enjoyable long haul flight.

[@gillianstewart8442]

I prefer the longer flights from Europe to the west coast, more relaxing. I used to work in Helsinki and took several domestic flights on Finnair and was always impressed. By the way, those littala glasses are iconic in Finland .

[@paulchamberlain2067]

I have flown RTW with Finnair/ Qantas about 5 times now and highly recommend them. Great value for money and modern stylish planes. The only down side is in and out of Helsinki can add a bit of extra time in the air and some connections are not great. They are also now flying Dallas Fort Worth to Helsinki…..recommended!

[@jasone3143]

The cameras are something I've never seen before, very nice!

[@stevenhood8119]

Looks like a very enjoyable flight.

[@hammydoesstuff]

As a proud Finn, I can say that Finnair and Finland are some of the greatest and most beautiful things you could ever see.

[@Grappapappa]

Thank you for your video! As a Finn, I am very proud of our national airline, even more so as everything else Finland seems to be going to HEL ;) I really hope I will someday have to chance to try the new non-reclining seat.

[@APizzaDriver]

Hi Jeb, you’re the first host I’ve heard also with a fish allergy. Sometimes dining is really disappointing because I can’t eat most of it. I Iived in W-S 25 years so cheers from Buenos Aires. And it’s 10 hours from the USA, so I understand how kong your flight was!

[@mkohlstrand02]

Longer flights, definitely! I fly with Etihad a lot, and when they flew to LAX, it would be a 16-hour flight. When we got business class, not only can you enjoy it, but you can also see two sunsets! Also, can you review their business class? I haven't flown them since the pandemic started, and I would love it if you can review them!

[@bossdude911]

Loved the extended taxi footage!

[@HarryLivestream]

Finnair is definitely one of the best and the new fresh cabin design is nice and something new!

[@fghjk3456]

Looks like someone has not been travelling much. Or have used too much Finnair services...

[@Jevk]

@@fghjk3456 All of your comments on Finnair have been really negative. What do you have against it?

[@suhailkochar2350]

Great video and background music!

[@michalislamprinos38]

One more lovely and enjoyable video. Great job Jeb. I wish I could follow you in one of your exacting flights. We're waiting you for vacation on Greece 😁

[@TheProf777]

Hi Jeb, I did the LAX departure to LHR, FRA and CDG many times when I was living and working in the film/tv biz in LA. My best flights were with LH in their old 1st Class, upstairs on the 747-400. But BA's 1st Class service, and AF 1st were also great. Looking forward to your report on the new Finnair Business!

[@TheRareVideosXL]

What a great flight experience to go with an amazing review. Finnair is an underrated airline,in my opinion. Keep up the great work as always.

[@anthonyberardi3611]

The lounge you should have reviewed was the Finnair lounge at Helsinki Airport. I think Finnair does everything on point. A first class product for sure.

[@petrtsesavets24]

great video!

[@gregzarelli2809]

Live in Oregon so love the nonstops to Europe from the West coast.

[@legallukacs80]

I prefer what you just did -- last november I flew from ABQ-LAX-MIA-MCO; 4 days later I flew back from MCO-MIA-LAX-LHR-BUD; and from BUD, back to LHR, then PHX and back to ABQ, all within a span of 3 weeks. well worth it, made lots of memories...(this was with AA/BA not finnair)

[@robertgentle5787]

The longer flight - definitely!

[@zachpadilla6643]

Dude, I was spotting at in and out a couple days ago!!!! I wish I could’ve seen Jeb!

[@sorendrop]

Haven't flown to Finland in 3 years, gonna take this EXACT flight in 5 days, couldn't be more excited to revisit!

[@RoadCone411]

Have a safe trip, Soren!

[@alexwoolford_surf]

Nice one jeb!! I would love to do what you do when i'm older!! Thanks for the inspiration :)

[@alexboshaw]

I always love your videos, Jeb! My daughter will agree to plane spot at In-N-Out LAX with me if I take her clothes shopping after. Of course, its a deal. Time with my daughter and plane spotting. Have a great day

[@rustyabramson2663]

Bucket list item for me is to fly Finnair's new business class when I finally take the Finnish vacation I've been planning for years!

[@jhecht424]

Great video. Finland has always seemed like an interesting country to visit, and without a doubt I’d choose Finnair.

[@johanlindeberg5487]

Great video Jeb, from 10.18 to 10.26 you are flying over the mountains where my mountain home is located in western Sweden and all the mountains where I do my backcountry skiing. Thanks for the great views! I see lots of Finnair flights to and from the US passing over me. And a lot of Emirates and Qatar as well👍

[@neresq]

Jeb, for thanks for this video. "Nonstop Dan" also recently put out a video about Finnair's Biz Class on the A350 and agrees with you about how good it is. And that makes me so excited -- because, later this year, my DH and I will be flying in seats 4A and 5A nonstop from MIA to ARN (Stockholm).

[@lawrenceakini9507]

Thank you for this post. Fly safe. Ciao. 2022.

[@r250salvemosucrania3]

Good Job on The video!

[@PasiKuikka74]

GOOD VIDEO i live in finland and i love finnair!

[@mclanebauman3862]

I will always fly from west coast (live in denver) when i’m flying to Europe! Helps tremendously with jet-lag!

[@sanpedrosilver]

Since I live in Los Angeles, I’m always flying from the West Coast over to Europe. I’ve never actually flown from the East Coast to Europe. I enjoy the 10 1/2 hour flight. Still waiting to get on a A350. Was hoping to book one for my upcoming summer trip. No luck.. Flying the A340-600 instead (Lufthansa) Glad you had a nice experience on that 350 👍🏼

[@AMSFlyer]

No luck? You are extremely lucky with getting the very rare Airbus A340-600!

[@FrequencyORD]

Man Jeb, you’ve got the coolest job in the world, I need to know how you did it. My dream is to do exactly what you do. So awesome.

[@ChrisZoomER]

That is awesome, it looks like you enjoyed it, I would have!