Finnair is canceling around 300 flights due to a strike by pilots on 9th and 13th December 2024. The strike will affect flights to several destinations, including Scandinavian cities and popular Asian locations like Bangkok, Shanghai and Hong Kong.
This disruption is expected to impact around 33,000 passengers during the busy pre-Christmas season.
“It is disappointing that the Finnish Air Line Pilots’ Association has chosen to strike rather than negotiate. This unfortunately disrupts the travel plans of thousands of our customers during the pre-Christmas season. We are doing everything we can to serve our customers well, even in this difficult situation. And we will offer alternative flights to as many customers as possible,” says Finnair’s Chief Operating Officer Jaakko Schildt.
Finnair is working to rebook passengers on other flights, but due to the large number of cancellations, some may face delays.
Customers will be informed about cancellations and new flight options through Finnair’s booking service and mobile app. If no suitable rerouting is available, passengers can request a refund. The airline apologizes for the inconvenience and asks for patience as its customer service handles the high volume of inquiries.
Source: Finnair
