Skywards

The frequent flyer program of Emirates.

Skywards rewards spend with Emirates and partners (including JetBlue, Qantas codeshare partners). Skywards Plus add-on options can boost earning rates.

Operating airline: Emirates
IATA code: EK
Alliance: Not a member of a global alliance
Status unit: Tier Miles
Status tiers: Member · Silver · Gold · Platinum

How to earn miles

You can earn Skywards miles by flying on Emirates, by flying on alliance partners (where applicable), and by spending on the airline's co-branded credit cards. Many programs also let you transfer points in from flexible bank programs like Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou, Capital One miles, or Bilt Rewards.

How to redeem miles

The most rewarding redemptions are usually international premium cabins booked on Emirates or its partners. Always compare the program's award rate against partner programs—sometimes a transferable-points program offers the same flight at half the cost.