Emirates has today announced an expansion of their partnership with Garuda Indonesia with the addition of reciprocal loyalty benefits. Emirates Skywards and GarudaMiles members can now earn and redeem Miles when traveling to over 200 destinations across both networks.
On Tuesday (February 25, 2025), Emirates announced an expansion of their commercial partnership with Garuda Indonesia with the addition of reciprocal loyalty program benefits. Now, Emirates Skywards and GarudaMiles loyalty program members can earn and redeem Miles across a combines network of over 200 destinations. The airlines signed a codeshare agreement in 2022 and have since expanded the partnership to offer more destinations, more Miles and more rewards. Today’s agreement was signed at Aviation Festival Asia 2025 by Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President Emirates Skywards, and Rahmaniar, Miles & Ancillary Group Head Garuda Indonesia.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, said,
“At Emirates Skywards, we’re always exploring new ways to offer more choice, value, and opportunities for our members. Our exciting new partnership with Garuda Indonesia will bring significant benefits to both Skywards and GarudaMiles members.
“This strategic collaboration aligns with Skywards' vision of creating a truly global loyalty experience for our members worldwide. It will open new doors for frequent flyers to earn and redeem miles across our combined networks, while also expanding our renowned loyalty offering in Southeast Asia. We look forward to growing this partnership and delivering even greater value to our members.”
Also commenting on the expanded partnership, Garuda Indonesia’s President and CEO, Wamildan Tsani, said,
“We are thrilled to present this enhanced value partnership for both Garuda Indonesia and Emirates loyal passengers. With this new joint loyalty programme, Garuda Indonesia represents its commitment to always deliver exciting offers to our GarudaMiles members while adding more benefits for Skywards members.
“Giving more opportunities to earn and redeem miles seamlessly across both networks globally, this initiative will unlock more destinations for our members, particularly Skywards members to explore the magnificent scenic landscape and vary of cultural richness and diversity in Indonesia through Garuda Indonesia domestic flights. GarudaMiles members, on the other hand, may enjoy stunning international cities with Emirates' large connectivity.
“As part of our vision to connect the world with Indonesia, we are confident that this partnership will further amplify our efforts to deliver value, excellence, and innovation in every journey. We look forward to welcoming our passengers to enjoy the many benefits that this collaboration brings, as we continue to redefine the standards of modern travel.”
The award-winning Emirates Skywards loyalty program has over 24 million members worldwide. The program offers four membership tiers, namely Blue, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with each tier offering exclusive privileges and benefits. In addition to flights, members can also earn miles across a growing number of partners, including hotels, car rentals, retail, lifestyle brands and more. Miles can be redeemed for flights on partner airlines, flight upgrades, gift cards, hotel stays, hospitality at sporting and cultural events, tours, and ‘money can’t buy’ experiences.
Source: Emirates