Emirates Skywards: The Loyalty Program of Emirates & flydubai

Emirates Skywards is the award-winning frequent flyer program of Emirates Airline and its sister carrier flydubai. It rewards members for travel and everyday spending.

Earning Skywards Miles

• Flights: Emirates, flydubai, and 20+ partner airlines (Qantas, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, United, Air Canada, etc. – mostly non-alliance bilaterals).
• Hotels: 50+ chains (Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Radisson, etc.) – earn on stays.
• Car Rental: Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Sixt.
• Financial/Lifestyle: Co-branded credit cards (Emirates NBD, Citibank, HSBC, Standard Chartered, etc. – country-specific), dining, retail, telecom partners.

Redeeming Miles

• Reward Flights: Emirates/flydubai (Saver, Flex, Flex Plus fares). No blackout dates on Saver.
• Upgrades: Economy → Business → First (subject to fare class & availability).
• Excess Baggage: Pay with Miles.
• Lounge Access: Emirates lounges (Dubai, global) for Gold/Platinum or Mileage purchase.
• Hotel Stays / Car Rental / Experiences: Via Skywards Rewards portal.
• Shopping Vouchers: Partner retailers.

Tier Status (Qualifying Flights/Miles)

• Blue (entry)
• Silver (25,000 Tier Miles / 25 flights) – lounge access (business class), priority check-in, extra baggage.
• Gold (50,000 / 50) – First Class lounge (if flying Business), chauffeur drive, guaranteed Economy seat.
• Platinum (150,000 / 100) – First Class lounge (any cabin), dedicated line, upgrade priority.

Miles expire after 36 months of inactivity. Tier reviewed annually.