Airline Program
Emirates Skywards Guide
Emirates' loyalty program with rolling 12-month qualification. Only Silver, Gold, and Platinum members can book First Class awards (as of May 2025).
Overview
Program
Emirates
Alliance
None
Currency
Skywards Miles
Avg Value
1¢ per Skywards Mile
How to Earn
Tier Miles earned on Emirates and flydubai flights based on fare class and route distance. Higher cabins earn more per flight
Middle East and international long-haul travelers flying Emirates and flydubai.
Elite Status Tiers
Blue
Entry level
Silver
25,000 Tier Miles or 25 qualifying flights in 12 months
Gold
50,000 Tier Miles or 50 qualifying flights in 12 months
Platinum
150,000 Tier Miles in 12 months (must include at least 1 Business or First Class flight)
Redemption Sweet Spots
Economy
0.7–0.8¢
Business
1.2–1.4¢
First
1.2–1.8¢
Best value on Emirates first class (including A380 Shower Spa) and long-haul flights
Expiration Policy
Miles expire 3 years after earning, at the end of the member's birth month. Miles can be extended or reinstated for a fee. Platinum members' miles never expire
Transfer Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I earn Skywards Miles with Emirates Skywards?
Emirates Skywards offers Tier Miles earned on Emirates and flydubai flights based on fare class and route distance. Higher cabins earn more per flight. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Marriott Bonvoy.
Do Emirates Skywards Skywards Miles expire?
Miles expire 3 years after earning, at the end of the member's birth month. Miles can be extended or reinstated for a fee. Platinum members' miles never expire
What are the Emirates Skywards elite tiers?
Emirates Skywards has 4 elite tiers: Blue (Entry level), Silver (25,000 Tier Miles or 25 qualifying flights in 12 months), Gold (50,000 Tier Miles or 50 qualifying flights in 12 months), Platinum (150,000 Tier Miles in 12 months (must include at least 1 Business or First Class flight)).
Is Emirates Skywards worth it?
Emirates Skywards is best for middle east and international long-haul travelers flying emirates and flydubai. Emirates' loyalty program with rolling 12-month qualification. Only Silver, Gold, and Platinum members can book First Class awards (as of May 2025).