Emirates and Garuda Indonesia have unveiled a new joint loyalty programme, aimed at providing enhanced benefits to their frequent flyer members. With this initiative, both airlines are committed to offering exciting opportunities and perks to their GarudaMiles and Skywards members. The partnership allows members to seamlessly earn and redeem miles across a combined network of over 200 destinations globally.
At the Aviation Festival Asia 2025, the agreement was officially signed by Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates Skywards, and Rahmaniar, Miles & Ancillary Group Head of Garuda Indonesia. Adnan Kazim, Emirates' Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, expressed the airline's dedication to providing more choices and offerings to Skywards members through the collaboration with Garuda Indonesia.
The joint loyalty programme enables Skywards members to earn and redeem miles when flying with Garuda Indonesia to 37 destinations within Indonesia and more than 15 destinations worldwide. Members can earn up to 1 Skywards Mile per mile flown in Economy Class, 1.25 Skywards Miles per mile in Business Class, and 2 Skywards Miles per mile in First Class. Additionally, members can redeem miles for travel on Garuda Indonesia flights starting at 8,000 Miles.
GarudaMiles members can take advantage of this partnership by earning and spending miles across Emirates’ global network, including flight rewards in Emirates Economy and Business Class cabins. The collaboration is expected to bring significant benefits to both loyalty programmes and enhance the travel experience for members of both airlines.
Wamildan Tsani Panjaitan, President & CEO of Garuda Indonesia, expressed excitement about the expanded partnership, emphasizing the value it brings to loyal passengers of both airlines. The collaboration aims to offer passengers enhanced benefits, connections to more destinations, and a high-quality travel experience that aligns with the vision of connecting the world with Indonesia.
Emirates Skywards, known for its extensive brand partnerships, allows members to earn miles with various partners worldwide, including hotels, car rentals, retail, and lifestyle establishments. The loyalty programme has been recognized for its excellence, winning prestigious awards such as the ‘Best Earning and Redemption Ability’ at the 2023 Frequent Traveler Awards and the ‘World’s Leading Airline - Rewards Programme’ at the World Travel Awards 2024.
As the partnership between Emirates and Garuda Indonesia continues to grow, both airlines aim to provide seamless connectivity and exceptional rewards to their loyal members worldwide. The joint loyalty programme opens up new opportunities for frequent flyers to earn and redeem miles across an extensive global network, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers.