Is This the Future of Business Class? 13hrs on Finnair's No-Recline A350 - Helsinki to Singapore

[@mce_AU]

Surprise!! Well done. Well Edited, well shot and well narrated. Keep up the good work Rory. Cheers mate.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊😊

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Awesome Rory, great video. You really find some bargains! - Looking forward to the next installment!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@JayVeeDee67]

Amazing trip report Rory! I love your calm and pleasant way of narrating! I also enjoyed Finnair’s non-reclining business class seats a lot.

[@Kurlzero]

So good we have you representing the Aussie travel reviewer space! Keep up the amazing work 🎉

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊😊

[@rubyw4013]

Brilliant video as always Rory - keep up the amazing work!!

[@peterpitrakkou3335]

Very well put together vlog Rory. Informative & Fun. Safe Travels on your adventures.

[@melmazing3993]

Thanks for the video Rory! Always enjoy your channel 😀

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@mattball2700]

What a crazy itinerary! :-0

[@rossweaver8638]

Fantastic video, Rory. Finnair looks great, lucky you.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@aussiejohn5835]

Hi Rory 👋 I really enjoyed this review and I must say that you have come a long way since your very first video and I am very proud to have been here from the beginning. I am looking forward to your next presentation. Well done, Rory 👍 👏

[@RoryDing]

Thank you John 😊

[@paulmcphie1596]

Having done a trip booked directly with Finnair I agree that they have a great product. Our flights (also in June) which were multi leg SYD-HKG-HEL-TLL and OSL-HEL-SIN-SYD, that went seamlessly considering the tight connections. The SYD-HKG leg was operated by QF and the SIN -SYD leg by SQ.

[@dishiedog]

Nice one mate. Enjoyed it.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@pierredragh4002]

Great review, I flew Bkk to Hel and back to Singapore on their 350 in that new seat . I really liked it and found it very comfortable. I was very impressed with Finnair

[@halitosis75]

Lovely review Rory. Your my favourite airline reviewer 😊. Rory could you mention where you got this cheap business fare and what were load factors like. Thanks

[@RoryDing]

I booked these flights directly on Finnair’s website. The last time I checked those fares are still there! Finnair has two versions of refurbished A350s, one with 43 business class seats and the other with 30, it uses the 43-seat version on flights to Singapore and the business cabin was almost full on my flight.

[@kippen64]

I confess that my favourite part of your reviews is always the food.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you! My favourite part of flying/travelling is also food 😂😂

[@AlphaGeekgirl]

@@RoryDing your stomach seems to be a bottomless pit 🤣

[@MyElijah56]

forgot to mention... beautiful review as always Rory...😎

[@jeniallenby8389]

totally agree re the ticket's value Rory I've not flown Finnair and will definitely keep an eye out now (as always I love how much you enjoyed the meals!)

[@TMOC1977]

Your videos are the best Rory!!! Thanks for making them, I really enjoy watching them.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@zakelwe]

As well as all the relevant information your videos have such great videography, I especially enjoyed the shots of Istanbul at the start and the A350, both with great sunset/sunrise lighting. They are always at the right pace as well. The price you got almost made me fall off my seat, that is fantastic bang per buck. I have to say Turkish Airlines european business class puts BA to shame both on the seats and that great meal. The lounges in Helsinki both good, the premier one did look fantastic. Having a broken spine the only way I could use the non reclining seats would be if they provided enough cushions to support my back in a 45 degree position, but they seemed to do that. Looking forward to Cathay Pacific trip now. All the best.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you for watching the entire video! I'm delighted that Turkish Airlines chose not to follow the trend of European airlines when it comes to business class on narrow-body jets 😅.

[@andyh5666]

Love it Rory. Taking me places I'd love to visit, and well may do. Thank you 😘

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@MiltBrady]

Another Fantastic job, Thank you

[@RoryDing]

Thanks 😊

[@LEMMYLEMON]

Another great video Rory!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@bernardtan3639]

Hi! Rory. What an amazing long flight! starting from Istanbul. Am sure you had an enjoyable flight with business class and lounge access. Funny being served breakfast on arrival into Singapore in the evening. Thank You for sharing this informative and interesting well edited vlog. Looking forward to your next upload. Cheers!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you Bernard 😊

[@Marymartin-fy6jz]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@BeliaLastes]

Hi Rory, I just subbed to your Channel last night been binge watching your travel vlogs and I have been living vicariously through your videos and they're relaxing and calming for me, so Thank you for all that you do for us viewers 😊❤

[@clay9185]

Great review Rory, very thorough in detail. My tastebuds were salivating at that meal from Helsinki… impressed with the facilities on the A350, Its on my bucket list now with your great review. Safe travels Rory!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@frankpetermarkberghaeuser6851]

Great flight review! Thanks a lot and greetings from Frank, Najomtien, Thailand

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@rogerrees9845]

Another interesting documentary. I always look forward to Rory's videos, this has been of the usual extremely high standard. Well done... Roger... Pembrokeshire UK

[@RoryDing]

Thank you Roger 😊

[@pacmanc8103]

The business class seat pod is certainly unique. As a person who changes the position of a seat back fairly often (which is why I have a recliner at home), I’m not a fan at all of the Finnair seat - the idea of a 10 hour flight in a fixed position seat is not at all appealing to me. The oval-shaped tray table also looks really small. I give Finnair kudos for attempting something different (potato salad with a pea sauce - really?), but I certainly wouldn’t book a journey across the Atlantic on Finnair.

[@JP-oe4ry]

7:13 one would think the price of ketchup is the same as saffron these days. One of my pet peeves, being stingy with ketchup

[@RoryDing]

Oh wow Well spotted 😂😂😅

[@maureen8966]

Hi Rory very good video. Finnair looks really nice meals were excellent. Hope you had a good trip.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@christophermills99]

Great video as always Rory!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@snoopy13946]

This Finnair business class product does seem to be an improvement over the older one. The old one was just awful with rock hard seats, terrible lighting and food that was pretty much straight out of economy class. Maybe I’ll try it again one day.

[@Chris-xj4kk]

Great video!!! You have an eye for details. Keep up the great work you do.👍👍. Cheers.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@jimmyjames6492]

Thanks for the info + video!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@SacredKeepTarot]

Thank you for such a magnificent journey.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@magpie1862]

I’ve just booked this flight through Qantas as a rewards flight. I’m going BKK - HEL - HAM. The best thing is that the taxes were so cheap. $77AUD. Compare that with the Emirates taxes/charges for booking a rewards flight through Qantas

[@dwaroundtheworld]

the sunset/sunrise footage is gorgeous

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@richardhanson4600]

Packed with useful info as per usual. I always look forward to your well made presentations Rory.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@waters1801]

Fun to watch!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@littlemiss_76]

I always enjoy your videos Rory you have enthusiasm which makes it entertaining. Thanks mate

[@RoryDing]

Thank you ☺️

[@thomas-xj1hs]

Very informative and useful, thanks!

[@sinydedeugd6989]

I will never make the trips you make, but I will travel with you via KZbin ;-) I enjoy all the videos you make of your train journeys and flying adventures and the way you explain and show everything. The meals and snacks you try almost always look super tasty and your healthy appetite is great to see! I also appreciate your respectful comments. Thank you from a 68-year-old grandmother from the Netherlands:-) 👍🙏🤗

[@patrickcross5195]

try london/perth direct on qantas business class rory. two meal services for the whole 18 hour flight, with a 14 hour gap between them. bzzzt.

[@elcasho]

Wow that looks so luxurious!

[@RoryDing]

No pie tho 😜😂

[@melw401]

Excellent video Rory, very informative and polished presentation. I have watched your videos for some time now and they just keep getting better. 😊

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊 glad you like my videos ☺️☺️

[@leed206]

A bit different than when I flew from Helsinki, airport had about 3 gates & nothing else. Lol

[@RoryDing]

Yeah they have expanded the non-Schengen area not long ago 😀 the Schengen area was also very crowded when I last went in 2020.

[@leed206]

@@RoryDing can't remember the airline we flew, there was a group of us there for a world dog show, I was at window seat economy & had a bread roll thrown at me from attendant. Lucky if 20 on entire plane. We were not amused.

[@MH-gh]

Nice One Rory, as always🌟

[@chenwong1036]

I also flew Finnair business class. It's not that bad but you can't sit straight up. The seat is already reclined a bit and not comfortable to my preference. Service is well. I guess the promotion and bargains is because of the detour of Finnair flights from Helsinki to Asia with avoiding Russian and Ukrain airspace. The travel is about 1,5 hr additional of the detour. The longer duration distracts flying with Finnair despite the good service and compared to other flights that are able to fly directly or without detour (like Emirates).

[@raptor1672]

Great video mate, I love your articulation! You aren't a poet in your spare time by any chance?

[@arielfrancisleathem3280]

Another brilliant video Rory. I agree that the lack of a midflight meal is disappointing as Qantas and Emirates both offer two meals and a snack in economy on flights of similar lengths. However, the new Finnair business class looks delightful.

[@RoryDing]

Agreed. I think they should definitely serve a light snack between the two meals 😅😊

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

It's because AY is having to make cost cuts. It has lost market share for its flights from HEL to Asia because it cannot overfly Russia and therefore its flight schedules are not good. I mean just look at how long it takes for a flight out of HEL to NE Asia (compared to before the start of the Ukraine conflict).

[@paulkerr2868]

Hi Rory, I was lucky enough to go to the Helsinki lounge. I absolutely loved it, Not big, but amazing feel, great services and views. These videos are great

[@cind_h_er5717]

Yeah, you snagged quite a bargain. The Finnair flight was especially exceptional - I was really curious about those seats when I read your title, and they did not disappoint at all. The longest uninterrupted flight I've ever been on was Dallas to Sydney business class, and the chair was pretty amazing, too - it could give a back massage better than anyone. 😀

[@wee-senchoo7025]

The Qantas Finnair product turns out to be a hybrid and it's completely different from the experience.

[@lynnebunning7273]

Love your in-depth detailed commentary. The food looks amazing. Cheers Lynne Victoria Australia 🇦🇺🐨😃👍🏻

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@petewatson9866]

Hi Rory When you said Turkish Airlines has good food, and I can totally agree with you best in class. But what I really don’t like is the small leg room you get, especially if you’re flying long haul. Cheers

[@RoryDing]

Hi Pete, Turkish Airlines mainly uses its A321neo for routes to Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. The flight time is normally no more than 6 hours, so legroom wasn't an issue on my 3-hour flight from Istanbul to Helsinki. It's actually a much better product than what other European airlines are offering in their narrow-body business class. 😊

[@magician2166]

Which site do you usually buy tickets from? The price seemed incredibly low. Thank you for the video. You are good. 👍

[@Yeahnah89001]

He still hasn't replied, best to stop watching his video's.

[@harrySinga-bg4gi]

Very nice video thank you

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

Thanks for a video with masses of detail. Perhaps the most important thing not mentioned Rory is that AY cannot overfly Russia. Hence its schedules from HEL to Asia are not competitive as they used to be and especially for NE Asia. Hence AY has economic problems and has been making cutbacks. You were fortunate in J class but in Y class, on some long routes, only *one meal* is complimentary. If you want a second light meal you now have to pay for it. Also cutbacks with the AY loyalty scheme, lounge catering/drinks etc.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you for the info! I agree that Finnair has made a lot of cutbacks on their services, especially in economy. I'm glad they have refurbished their cabins, though, and hopefully, when it all ends, they will bounce back again!

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

@@RoryDing Indeed. In 1988 it was AY who was the first European/Nordic airline to gain the rights to overfly USSR and Mongolia to China. And AY's Asian network changed forever. Pre-pandemic iAY offered the shortest flights Europe to NE Asia. If you compare its current Asian network to the one pre-Covid you will see what I mean ... AY served so many points in China and Japan. SAS gained the same rights a few months after AY and I was on the inaugural SAS flight CPH-PEK in November 1988. Whether AY will bounce back is a moot point. We shall have to wait until after the Ukraine conflict is resolved. Would Russia be willing to grant overflying rights now that Finland and Sweden are about to join Nato ? So as you can see politics influences how some long-haul airlines can operate.

[@mercuiensaturainien8741]

I love how he respects peoples privacy by blurry effect, great vidoe sir. 😊

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@ohwong102]

Excuse me, how did you find this excellent deal?

[@sshark5007]

Nice Rory, I flew this exact same route in business class two weeks ago and I had the same mains, starters and dessert haha (I sat in 2K). Great video as always, I really enjoyed the seat. Only Q-suite is ahead for me so far

[@RoryDing]

Agreed! I also think only Q-suite is bette than this one. And no they don’t seem to change their menu often😂

[@philsam123]

I flew on the A330 with this seat recently I thought it was a fab seat for my trip.

[@jamessmith1652]

Great video Rory, your attention to detail with filming and editing is amazing, all the small points appreciated. Even your subtitles are fantastic. I'd say almost television broadcast quality here (but still with a personal touch). Keep up the great work, you're a cut above the rest!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you! 😅😊☺️☺️

[@mandyleecc]

How you get the cheap ticket

[@The_Original_Geoff_B]

You definitely got a bargain !

[@gunvaldsandhaland7757]

Me To Like The Food Aboard Turkish Airlines,I Havent Experience Finnair Nwe Cabins Yet.I Love The Blueberry Juice Aborard Finnair.Great Trip Report

[@RoryDing]

Thanks! I love thé blueberry juice!! 😅😂

[@AlphaGeekgirl]

25:28 how are you balancing your GoPro on the window?

[@RoryDing]

I used a suction cup 😊

[@Akshay_Rajbongshi_]

AmaZing 😊😊Flight Vlog I Love ❤️ 😍 💖 It

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@AeroTravels]

Great report! I have try Finn.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@AeroTravels]

Very welcome! ;)@@RoryDing

[@Hello_69269]

Another video this is just perfect and hello from the Melbourne to South Australia woman 👩 💖💖💖💖💖 love your videos 💖🇦🇺

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊 And hello 😄

[@feiryfella]

Where did you book the tickets? Was it Finnair? I didn't catch what you said.

[@RoryDing]

Yes I booked directly with Finnair 😊

[@feiryfella]

@@RoryDing AMAZING deal my friend!

[@markeaston7353]

Another masterpiece thanks Rory. But how did you manage to get those flights so cheaply??

[@RoryDing]

I do a lot of research to find interesting airlines to fly with at good prices, and one day I just found this Istanbul to Hong Kong route with Finnair! 😂

[@taewonhwang5416]

What is ample is your diction!! It feel as if i have taken this flight thx

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@roberte5057]

Love your vlogs. From Adelaide.

[@michaelreid8857]

Very small breakfast, especially when you have such a long gap, in between meals That’s why I always bring something!

[@yvr2002rtw]

It's shame that Finnair doesn't offer First Class. As a free agent who does not have loyalty to any airline alliances and instead just fly paid F/J on airlines I want to fly, I would be disappointed not to get access to their Platinum Wing. In theory, if they had an actual First Class cabin, passengers flying First Class would get access to the Platinum Wing.

[@DJ99777]

How do you afford it Cory ?

[@heikkihero5396]

Great review, fun to watch. I tried to book a ticket with Finnair's new business class HEL-AMS and checked that it was indeed the new refurbished cabin. When I got to the airport, the aircraft we were supposed to fly on had some problem so they swapped it into another A330 which still had the old BC from I think 2009. Was a bit dissapointed but atleast I got to experience the old one before it dissapears completely :)

[@RoryDing]

Oh that’s a shame 😅 at least it’s still a wide body aircraft with proper business class

[@classics39]

A report that couldn't be better. Smart, to the point, packed with information. Pure pleasure to watch.

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@classics39]

@@RoryDing And I want to add I am very critical....

[@devroombagchus7460]

For AUS2200, you certainly added a lot of CO2 to the atmosphere. A bargain!

[@RoryDing]

If I were on a private jet, sure you can criticise all you want. But the planes I took would be flying anyway, whether I'm on it or not…

[@Abnerbandanovotempoinscrito1mi]

Bom dia rosy Boa viagem que bom representa o espaço dos servidores

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@muhammadsiddiq7499]

✈️✈️✈️

[@johniii8147]

No I wouldn't worry about it being the future.

[@hamswakii]

Great video, thank you! Just a couple of notes--not sure if someone beat me to it. Layover at HEL is probably faster when you transfer from a Non-Schengen flight to another Non-Schengen flight because you are technically not entering Finland/the Schengen zone. Some itineraries offered between European feeder flights and Finnair's intercontinental flights only have a 45 min layover, and I would NOT want to choose them--having to go through passport control & dash ~20 min mad dash to the gate (if you have a gate with a low number at HEL). Also, apparently the Schengen (European flights) zone Finnair lounge is like a zoo = far behind in quality compared to the one you went to. We had a long-haul flight with Finnair in Biz in July, and I was not impressed with the seat. Could not sleep properly.

[@fortressepiphany9068]

A great video Rory, as usual ! You are a big part of our Thursday or Friday night. I also have to say that I always love seeing the moment when the plane leaves the ground, it’s very riveting !

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@clausstimpfig3803]

thnx. Sorry meal looked poor. And not one touch of deluxe feeling like on SQ. NO FIRST CLASS CABIN. NO VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE.

[@jjjddd231]

Interesting. You call it a bold move and fair enough. For me, it's a clearly inferior business class product and thanks to you, I would never seek it out.

[@RoryDing]

This product does get mixed reviews online but most are positive. I’d say try it before you judge it. The two pillows made a big difference, it felt like sitting on a couch. Most couches don’t recline 😊

[@Iceyfire12]

You should never include those last 9 words in your comments in reviews! You can criticize but not shed bad light against the reviewer! You should just end “Thanks for the Review” “I’m now more informed because of this review and my own observation”

[@jjjddd231]

Yo're reading something into my comment that simply isn't there. I'm a big fan of Rory's videos and reviews and I'm not criticising him in any way.@@Iceyfire12

[@MyElijah56]

that small divider of the seat was hiliarious... lol🤭

[@RoryDing]

You mean on Turkish Airlines? It was hilarious indeed 😂 it was almost useless, should’ve made it longer

[@Luvpig]

❤❤❤

[@raelenesharp-rc2zw]

LOVE your narration Rory!! Every video is just delightful and I wish you could organise a flight for me!😍Warmest regards from Perth Western Australia

[@RoryDing]

Thank you! Google Flights is a great tool for trip planning. You can mix and match different city pairs to find the airline with the best price 😊.

[@research6342]

芬兰航空还是不错的 特喜欢蓝莓汁😂

[@tobyprice1092]

10hrs is a big gap between meals.

[@mikek9408]

As always, Rory, such a great review! Great detail, factual, personal interpretation expression, and educational, actually! Thanks for not subjecting us to never-ending footage of aircraft lavatories, like some reviewers! 😉 Safe travels, my friend!

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊😅

[@stevenjohannesen88]

Excellent description of a high end business class flight, very enjoyable v/log,❤️🦘🦘🦘

[@RoryDing]

Thank you 😊

[@davidlogan4329]

Business class without a reclining seat is not business class.

[@robertgonzales3936]

they are not known for their service and the service is very poor I mean no mid flight snack and nothing thats a shame

[@hotelgulf]

Your constant subtitles totally ruin the viewing of this blog- try not using them every second-😮

[@RoryDing]

Hi, the subtitles can be turned off in KZbin’s settings. 😊

[@oliviamclean8878]

Worst airline.....read the fine print, no date changes allowed unless full business flex.......my friend passed away unexpectedly in an accident and I needed to move my flight to attend the funeral, this was not possible, not even a flight credit......lost two tickets at $28k HKD. The airline lacks any empathy and has a terrible customer experience.

[@tw25rw]

Who on earth eats watermelon with cheese?

[@RoryDing]

The watermelon with feta cheese is actually a popular salad in Türkiye. ozlemsturkishtable.com/tag/turkish-watermelon-and-feta-salad/

[@tw25rw]

@@RoryDing I find it bizarre.