Emirates & Garuda Indonesia Strengthen Partnership for Expanded Collaboration

Post by: Bandan Preet

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Emirates and Garuda Indonesia have introduced an exciting new opportunity for frequent flyers. With their latest partnership, Emirates Skywards and GarudaMiles members can now earn and redeem miles on a combined network of over 200 destinations. This means more travel options, more rewards, and a better experience for passengers of both airlines.

A Stronger Partnership

The collaboration between Emirates and Garuda Indonesia began in 2022 with a codeshare agreement. Since then, the two airlines have worked closely to improve travel benefits for their loyal customers. Now, with this enhanced loyalty program, members of both frequent flyer programs can enjoy greater rewards and flexibility while traveling.

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The agreement was officially signed during the Aviation Festival Asia 2025 by Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates Skywards, and Rahmaniar, Miles & Ancillary Group Head of Garuda Indonesia. This event marked a new milestone in the partnership, showing their commitment to providing better services for their passengers.

What Emirates and Garuda Leaders Say

Adnan Kazim, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, expressed his excitement about the collaboration. He stated:

“At Emirates Skywards, we always look for new ways to offer our members more choices and benefits. This partnership with Garuda Indonesia will provide valuable opportunities for both Skywards and GarudaMiles members. It aligns with our goal of creating a global loyalty experience, allowing frequent flyers to earn and redeem miles across both airlines’ networks. We are excited to grow this partnership and bring even more value to our members.”

Wamildan Tsani Panjaitan, President & CEO of Garuda Indonesia, also shared his thoughts:

“We are thrilled to introduce this improved partnership, which brings more value to our loyal passengers. With this new joint loyalty program, we are making it easier for members to earn and redeem miles across both airlines. This partnership opens up new destinations for Skywards members to explore the cultural and scenic beauty of Indonesia. At the same time, GarudaMiles members can enjoy seamless access to international destinations through Emirates. We believe this collaboration will strengthen our commitment to providing excellent service and innovation in air travel.”

How Members Benefit from This Partnership

The new loyalty program offers several benefits for Skywards and GarudaMiles members:

1. More Places to Explore: Members can earn and use miles when flying with Garuda Indonesia to 37 domestic destinations in Indonesia and over 15 international destinations.

2. More Miles for Every Flight: Members flying with Garuda Indonesia can earn up to 1 Skywards Mile per mile traveled in Economy Class, 1.25 Skywards Miles per mile in Business Class, and 2 Skywards Miles per mile in First Class.

3. More Ways to Use Miles: Miles can be redeemed for flights with Garuda Indonesia in both Economy and Business Class, with redemptions starting at just 8,000 miles.

4. Exclusive Rewards for All Members: GarudaMiles members can also earn and use miles for flights with Emirates, enjoying rewards on both airlines.

5. Better Travel Connectivity: Emirates currently operates two daily flights to Jakarta and Bali using its Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft. Through their partnership, Emirates and Garuda Indonesia offer seamless connections for passengers traveling across the Americas, Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

About Emirates Skywards

Emirates Skywards is a well-known loyalty program with over 34 million members worldwide. It offers four membership tiers—Blue, Silver, Gold, and Platinum—each with special benefits. Skywards members can also earn miles through a variety of partners, including hotels, car rental companies, and retail brands.

These miles can be used for flight tickets, upgrades, hotel stays, gift cards, and exclusive experiences at sporting and cultural events. The program has been recognized with awards, including ‘Best Earning and Redemption Ability’ at the 2023 Frequent Traveler Awards and ‘World’s Leading Airline - Rewards Programme’ at the 2024 World Travel Awards.

With this latest partnership, Emirates and Garuda Indonesia have made traveling even more rewarding, giving passengers more ways to enjoy their journeys while earning valuable rewards.

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