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SIGNAL · FINNAIR-RAISES-ALASKA-AND-HAWAIIAN-AIRLINES-AWARD-RATES-BY-UP-TO-100 · Mar 12

Finnair raises Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines award rates by up to 100%

Finnair has increased the Avios cost for award flights to Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines hubs by up to 100%, souring a previous sweet spot for redeeming miles

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Why it matters

Affects 8 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines...). Likely a devaluation — book before any cutoff if applicable.

What happened

Finnair has adjusted its award chart for flights operated by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, raising the Avios redemption cost by up to 100%. This change affects the value of Finnair Plus miles when used to book these specific partners, effectively ending a previous 'sweet spot' for travelers flying to Hawaii via these carriers

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Finnair sours Hawaii sweet spot, raising Alaska / Hawaiian awards by up to 100%
Mar 12
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