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Trade Arabia
30-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Emirates Skywards introduces classic rewards on flydubai
Emirates Skywards has introduced Classic Rewards for members to redeem Skywards Miles for full flight tickets on all flydubai flights, starting from 5,000 Miles. This expansion follows the partnership between Emirates and flydubai since 2018, offering customers one loyalty currency and benefits. The agreement was signed in the presence of Emirates Group Chairman and Chairman, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, and senior executives from both airlines. Classic Rewards allow members to redeem Miles for a full flight ticket and enjoy the flexibility of paying for a ticket with a combination of Skywards Miles and cash. Dr Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President Emirates Skywards, said: 'We're very pleased to announce this exciting enhancement to our loyalty programme with flydubai. Starting today, members can use their Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, accessing a network of more than 130 destinations served by the carrier.* We look forward to enhancing our member proposition, and together, taking the loyalty experience to even greater heights.' Jeyhun Efendi, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations & E-commerce at flydubai, said: 'The introduction of Classic Rewards marks a significant milestone in enhancing the Skywards experience for flydubai customers. Alongside our existing Cash+Miles offering, it gives our passengers greater flexibility and value when redeeming their Miles. Our strong partnership with Emirates through the codeshare agreement and combined network unlocks even more possibilities, making it easier than ever for customers to access a seamless travel experience across both airlines.' -TradeArabia News Service
Al Bawaba
30-04-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Emirates Skywards introduces Classic Rewards on flydubai
Emirates Skywards has announced members can now redeem Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, across all cabins, starting from 5,000 Miles. Since 2018, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai has offered customers one loyalty currency, fantastic benefits, and now, the opportunity for members to enjoy Classic Rewards on both carriers. The agreement was signed in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group and Chairman of flydubai, and senior executives from both Emirates and flydubai. Classic Rewards, a popular loyalty offering, will allow members to redeem Miles for a full flight ticket.* Members can also take advantage of revised Cash+Miles rates on flydubai, and enjoy the flexibility of paying for a ticket with a combination of Skywards Miles and cash. Classic Rewards are available on and members can redeem Cash+Miles directly on Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President Emirates Skywards, said: 'We're very pleased to announce this exciting enhancement to our loyalty programme with flydubai. Starting today, members can use their Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, accessing a network of more than 130 destinations served by the carrier.* We look forward to enhancing our member proposition, and together, taking the loyalty experience to even greater heights.' Jeyhun Efendi, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations & E-commerce at flydubai, said: 'The introduction of Classic Rewards marks a significant milestone in enhancing the Skywards experience for flydubai customers. Alongside our existing Cash+Miles offering, it gives our passengers greater flexibility and value when redeeming their Miles. Our strong partnership with Emirates through the codeshare agreement and combined network unlocks even more possibilities, making it easier than ever for customers to access a seamless travel experience across both airlines.' Explore and earn Miles with flydubai From its home in Dubai, flydubai has created a network of more than 130 destinations in 55 countries across Africa, Central Asia, the Caucasus, Central and South-East Europe, the GCC and the Middle East, South Asia and South-East Asia - opening more than 97 new routes that did not previously have direct air links to Dubai or were not served by a UAE national carrier from Dubai. The airline operates a single fleet-type of 89 Boeing 737 aircraft and includes: 29 Next-Generation Boeing 737-800, 57 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 03 Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft. Customers onboard can expect signature lie-flat seats in Business Class that rival the experience offered on a wide-body aircraft as well as seats designed to optimise space and comfort in Economy Class. Customers can also look forward to internationally inspired menus and an inflight entertainment system that offers hours of movies, TV shows and entertainment channels. One of the most valued loyalty programmes Emirates Skywards is one of the most valued and recognised loyalty programmes in the world, offering four tiers of membership: Blue, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with each tier earning exclusive privileges. Members can earn Skywards Miles with partners ranging from airlines, hotels and car rentals to financial, leisure and lifestyle brands. Skywards Miles can be redeemed for an extensive range of rewards, including flight tickets on partner airlines, flight upgrades, hotel stays, tickets, hospitality at sporting and cultural events, tours and money-can't-buy experiences. The loyalty programme was crowned as 'World's Leading Airline - Rewards Programme' at the World Travel Awards 2024 - recognised for its extensive brand partnership portfolio and innovative offerings that enable members to 'earn better' and 'spend better.' For more information, visit Tickets can be booked on and the Emirates App, Emirates Retail stores, Emirates contact centre, or via travel agents. *Terms and conditions apply * Skywards members can use Skywards Miles to purchase a full Saver or Flex Plus reward ticket on flydubai, excluding carrier surcharges and taxes.
Hi Dubai
30-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Emirates Skywards Expands Classic Rewards to All flydubai Flights
Emirates Skywards has announced a major boost to its loyalty programme, allowing members to redeem Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, across all cabins, starting from just 5,000 Miles. The move marks a significant milestone in the long-standing partnership between Emirates and flydubai. It enables members to book full flight tickets using Miles on flydubai's network of over 130 destinations, further enhancing the flexibility and value of the programme. The update also includes improved Cash+Miles options, offering members even more ways to pay for tickets using a mix of Miles and cash. The announcement was made in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group and Chairman of flydubai, alongside senior leaders from both airlines. Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates Skywards, called the enhancement 'an exciting step' in offering greater rewards to members. Jeyhun Efendi, Divisional Senior Vice President at flydubai, said the update reflects both airlines' commitment to creating a seamless, value-driven travel experience. Customers can redeem Classic Rewards on , while Cash+Miles redemptions are available directly on With a combined global network and a unified loyalty currency, Emirates and flydubai continue to strengthen their codeshare partnership, offering passengers more choice, convenience, and reward potential than ever before. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Time Out Dubai
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time Out Dubai
Emirates Skywards Miles Classic Rewards can now buy flydubai flights
Dubai's two major airlines come together to give more options to frequent flyers. A major agreement between Emirates and flydubai means that loyal customers are now able to purchase full flights across all classes with flydubai using Classic Rewards on the Emirates Skywards programme. Classic Rewards allows frequent flyers with at least 5,000 miles to book full flights in any class with both airlines. Travellers are able to earn Skywards miles in a variety of ways including shopping, banking and hotel stays – not just by booking flights. The latest agreement between the two airlines also means that you're able to book flights using a combination of Cash+Miles on flydubai flights as well as Emirates flights. flydubai has an extensive travel network of more than 130 destinations in 55 countries so it means that frequent flyers now have a whole host of new options when using a loyalty scheme to book their next flight. flydubai will fly to 11 top summer destinations this year (Credit: flydubai) The agreement was signed in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Group and Chairman of flydubai, and senior executives from both airlines at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. Jeyhun Efendi, divisional senior vice president of commercial operations & e-commerce at flydubai, said that the new agreement will allow passengers greater flexibility when booking flights. He said: 'The introduction of Classic Rewards marks a significant milestone in enhancing the Skywards experience for flydubai customers. 'Alongside our existing Cash+Miles offering, it gives our passengers greater flexibility and value when redeeming their Miles. 'Our strong partnership with Emirates through the codeshare agreement and combined network unlocks even more possibilities, making it easier than ever for customers to access a seamless travel experience across both airlines.' (Credit: flydubai) Earlier this week, Emirates and flydubai revealed that five million travellers flew on their joint networks in the past year – a 36 percent rise from the previous year. Dubai's two major airlines have worked closely together for the past seven years and currently offer travellers from the emirate the option to get to 400 destinations across the world. The partnership has meant that there's more choice and convenience for those flying from the emirate. Looking for things to do in Dubai? 112 best things to do in Dubai in 2025 Everything to tick off your Dubai bucket list 50 free things to do in Dubai Feeling the pinch? Enter free things to do Here's how to eat at 10 expensive Dubai restaurants for less Early bird dinners, lunch specials and more
What's On
29-04-2025
- Business
- What's On
Emirates Skywards introduces Classic Rewards on flydubai flights
Frequent flyers will be happy about this update… Emirates Skywards has just announced that Skywards members can now redeem Skywards Miles for Classic Rewards on all flydubai flights, including all cabins, starting from 5,000 Miles. Since 2018, loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai has offered customers one loyalty currency, fantastic benefits, and now, the opportunity for members to enjoy Classic Rewards on both carriers. Emirates Skywards offers four tiers of membership: Blue, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with each tier earning exclusive privileges. Members can earn Skywards Miles with partners ranging from airlines, hotels and car rentals to financial, leisure and lifestyle brands. Classic Rewards, a popular loyalty offering, allows members to redeem Miles for a full flight ticket. There are also revised Cash and Miles rates on flydubai, and you'll have the flexibility of paying for a ticket with a combination of Skywards Miles and cash. Classic Rewards are available on and members can redeem Cash+Miles directly on Emirates recently added lots of destinations to the A350 network and it seems like the airline are getting busier and busier. The Emirates A350 was added to the fleet late last year, and has been put into service for several short-to-medium-haul destinations. If you're looking for travel inspiration, then here are all the destinations you can fly to on the new service. The initial Emirates A350s offer three cabin classes – 32 next generation Business Class seats, 21 seats in Premium Economy, and 259 Economy Class seats. Over the next few years, 65 A350 aircrafts will join the Emirates fleet. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
