FINNAIR Premium Economy - A Smart Upgrade? | HKG 🇭🇰

FINNAIR Premium Economy - A Smart Upgrade? | HKG 🇭🇰 - HEL 🇫🇮 Trip Report

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In this video, I review Finnair's Premium Economy cabin on their Airbus A350, flying from Hong Kong to London via Helsinki. If you're curious whether upgrading to Premium Economy is worth it, this video will give you a deep dive into the experience, covering seat comfort, food and drinks, and the overall quality of service.
I started my journey at Hong Kong International Airport, where I explored the Cathay Pacific and Qantas lounges. I share my experiences, highlighting unique features at The Wing Business Class Lounge, as well as the impressive amenities at the Qantas Hong Kong Lounge.
Once I'm on the plane, I give you a detailed review of the Premium Economy cabin, focusing on the seat layout, legroom, and in-flight amenities. I also talk about the meal service, which offers complimentary soft drinks and alcohol, but with a limited food menu.
I also consider whether the extra cost for Premium Economy is justified, with its additional legroom, Tier points, and enhanced service.
Join me as I explore the highs and lows of Finnair's Premium Economy to help you decide if it's the right choice for your next trip. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your own thoughts on Finnair's Premium Economy experience.
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0:00 Intro
1:21 Cathay Pacific The Wing
4:41 Qantas Hong Kong Lounge
6:55 Boarding A350
8:33 Takeoff
10:15 Main Meal
12:38 Second Meal
13:00 Thoughts

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@gunvaldsandhaland7757 3 ай бұрын

I Like The Product.Great Video And Info

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting.

@Purple_Box 10 күн бұрын

I just flew Finnair Premium Economy from Helsinki to NYC. There was a pillow, a blanket and a dedicated toilet.

@KenTravels360 9 күн бұрын

Thanks for your input. I wonder why the amenities seemed to be different on that.

@ckat007 2 күн бұрын

Good job, mate 👍 Thanks for sharing I paid for upgrade 151€ Doha - Helsinki flight

@KenTravels360 2 күн бұрын

That's a reasonable price for the upgrade, hope you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

What do you think of Finnair's Premium Economy? Would you consider paying the premium to fly in that cabin? If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs-up and considering subscribing to the channel. Thank you for your support!

@user-og3pb3kr2h 3 ай бұрын

No drinks offered before push-back Ken? Doesn’t get the pulse racing does it? Happy travels David

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

No, unfortunately not in Premium Economy. Finnair enacted a series of cost-cutting measures from 19 April 2023, eliminating a second meal for economy passengers, eliminating champagne in short-haul business class, stopping to provide pillows, etc, etc. As a result, their onboard service is quite a lot worse. There are lots of videos out there talking about how wonderful their service was, but you would find most of them were for flights before April 2023. They have really gone downhill since all these cost-cutting measures, sadly! Thanks for tuning in and commenting, David.

@longhkscan Ай бұрын

Try flying with Vietnam Airlines in Premium Economy class. I think it's pretty good too

@Prometheusow 3 ай бұрын

So, do you get access to the lounge with Premium economy? Or do you still have to buy access to it, regardless of the ticket type.

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

No, unfortunately not. I got access with my Oneworld Sapphire status. Thanks for watching.

@Prometheusow 3 ай бұрын

@@KenTravels360 Ahhh, gotcha! Thank you for the fast reply

@jasonc838 3 ай бұрын

I’m literally watching this while on Finnair 🤪🤪🤪

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. How’s the internet? I was going to try it but it was not working on my flight. Happy travels.

@jasonc838 3 ай бұрын

@@KenTravels360it’s quite strong, can literally watch KZfaq.

@leejamessingyan7168 7 күн бұрын

AY Premium is better than HX EYCL for sure but it hard to match BA,LH...😅

@jerjer4610 19 күн бұрын

No next time for the Finnair PEY…super close to next seat. I can’t sleep during the whole flight, the screen brightness from next seat is strong like the sun. The seat is very narrow! It did not fit for any adult!(I am not fat just 68kg), recline is awful. I didn’t measure how much it can recline😂😂just feel like no difference from economy seat…the table arm cause even fewer space… Amenity kit is thin like paper… I don’t even wanna guess what’s the cost to make one…. Food is better than Econ but… double the price I don’t only expect a “bit better meal… not to mention they only served omelet for breakfast in a paper box… And no toilet in this cabin… Sorry to leave a so negative comment about Finnair🤣🤣

@KenTravels360 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience on Finnair PE. Your comments echo a lot of what I experienced. The seat width is really poor, and the amenity kit is definitely of very poor quality. 毫無疑問, 早餐確實很差。當俄羅斯在2022年因應歐盟的空域關閉而關閉其空域時，芬航從擁有亞洲與歐洲之間最短最快的航線，變成需要繞道最遠的航線，這當然在燃料消耗方面成本更高。他們不得不大幅削減服務以節省開支.

@colinrenfrew48 2 ай бұрын

With the revised flight routes taking longer, and reduced amenities onboard, not worth the price. Cathay or BA are both much better on this route.

@KenTravels360 2 ай бұрын

That is the case, unfortunately. The duopoly has driven up the prices though. If you want to travel in comfort in business class and don't mind the detour, you can sometimes find a bargain with Finnair. It's worth exploring all options to get the best value for your journey. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@brianhe6039 3 ай бұрын

they don't give out the neck pillows anymore as it seems. the presentation for the breakfast is just terrible.

@KenTravels360 3 ай бұрын

No, but at least they are honest in saying they are trying to reduce cost, rather than suger-coating it as "due to customers feedback".

@wuchinshan133 2 ай бұрын

@@KenTravels360 No neck pillows, but are normal pillows now offered in PE? I find them useful at times for additional lower back support. Thanks.

@KenTravels360 2 ай бұрын

@@wuchinshan133 No, unfortunately, no pillows at all. Finnair claimed that most passengers bring their own neck pillows, so they've got rid of them in Econ and PE. It's a cost-saving measure.