Finnair is gearing up for an exciting summer season in 2025, with plans to significantly enhance its flight network across key destinations in the United States, Japan, and China. This expansion signals the airline’s commitment to providing travelers with more options and greater flexibility, catering to the growing demand for air travel to these regions.
Flying High Over the US
Finnair will be increasing its flight frequency to several major US cities, offering passengers seamless connections to North America and beyond. Chicago, Dallas, Seattle, and Los Angeles will all see an increase in flight options. Chicago will be served with daily flights, while Dallas will experience a substantial boost with 11 flights per week, a five-flight increase compared to the previous summer. Seattle and Los Angeles will also benefit from the expansion, with each gaining two additional weekly flights. These expanded routes offer passengers convenient connections to American Airlines’ extensive network throughout North and South America, while Seattle and Los Angeles provide gateways to the West Coast and Hawaii via partnerships with American Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
Exploring the Cultural Riches of Japan
Finnair’s expansion extends to Asia, with a strong focus on Japan. One of the highlights of the summer 2025 flight schedule is the daily service to Osaka, a city that will be hosting the highly anticipated World Expo 2025. This daily service will offer travelers easy access to experience this global event and explore the vibrant city. Nagoya, which was reintroduced to Finnair’s network last summer, will also see increased flight frequency, with the airline offering four flights per week, including one additional weekly flight. This added connectivity makes it even more convenient for passengers to explore the cultural richness of Japan, with both Osaka and Nagoya serving as ideal starting points for a memorable journey through the country. The accessibility of other cities from these hubs is a significant advantage for travelers. For example, from Osaka Kansai Airport, the historical and cultural gem of Kyoto, renowned for its temples and serene gardens, is a mere 1.5-hour train ride away.
Expanding Presence in China
Finnair’s commitment to enhancing its presence in key Asian markets extends to China as well. The airline will add one extra weekly flight to Shanghai, bringing the total number of flights to the city to four per week. This move further demonstrates Finnair’s commitment to providing passengers with more options and flexibility for their travel plans to this dynamic region.
Connecting Europe and Asia
The 2025 summer season, which runs from March 30 to October 25, is set to be an exciting period for Finnair travelers. With additional flights to both Japan and China, the airline is responding to growing demand and positioning itself as a key player in connecting Europe with Asia. Whether for business or leisure, these expanded routes will offer travelers more opportunities to explore and experience the best that these destinations have to offer.