Emirates eases rules of loyalty programme

The members of Emirates Skywards—loyalty programme of Emirates Airline—now can more easily redeem reward flights and earn travel and lifestyle rewards.

They can now buy, gift or transfer Skywards Miles to their loved ones at a more attractive rate, the carrier said in a statement yesterday. Skywards Miles are the reward currency one can earn as an Emirates Skywards member.

The cost of buying or gifting Miles has been adjusted to $30 per 1,000 Miles, while transferring Miles costs $15 per 1,000 Miles giving members the opportunity to earn rewards faster, it said.

Transaction limits have also been increased enabling members to buy or gift up to 100,000 Skywards Miles per year and transfer up to 50,000 Miles a year.

The transactions can all be made at emirates.com once the member is logged in.

In addition, the members who have miles that have expired in the last six months can reinstate them at a nominal charge of $20 per 1,000 Miles.

Emirates Skywards membership is free. Besides flight rewards and upgrades, members can earn and redeem Skywards Miles through over 100 programme partners, including airlines, hotels and retail and lifestyle outlets.

“Members also enjoy 'money-can't-buy-experiences' at popular events worldwide and access to 41 Emirates lounges in major cities worldwide.”

Other benefits include lounge access, priority check-in and boarding and special privileges for Wi-Fi and advanced seat selection on board.