Emirates Skywards expands Miles use to 12,000 European rail destinations

Emirates Skywards is expanding how its global base of members can explore Europe, unlocking access to more than 12,000 rail destinations across the continent with the newly launched Skywards Rail.

With access to over 40 major operators across 12 European countries, Emirates Skywards members can now use their Miles to purchase rail tickets seamlessly via the dedicated booking tool www.skywardsrail.com, either online or via their mobile devices, in five different languages.

With the ability to search a variety of schedules, select cabins and ticket types, members can choose to pay fully with their Miles or by using a combination of Cash + Miles. Miles can even be used to purchase rail tickets for family and friends. Once purchased, e-tickets are conveniently delivered via email.

Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President Emirates Skywards, said: “Our members are looking for more flexible ways to use their Skywards Miles, and Skywards Rail is another step in expanding the program beyond air travel. By unlocking affordable access to more than 12,000 rail destinations across Europe, we’re giving members the freedom to create seamless journeys using Miles, whether that’s traveling between major cities, connecting onwards from an Emirates or flydubai flight, or discovering somewhere new.”

Popular routes, exceptional value
With unparalleled access across domestic, international and high-speed rail travel, Emirates Skywards members can unlock some of Europe’s most popular routes from leading rail operators including Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF, Trenitalia, TGV, Renfe and ÖBB, as well as extensive UK services such as Heathrow Express, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Great Western Railway and ScotRail:

Heathrow Express starting from 4,700 Skywards Miles

Barcelona to Madrid from just 5,400 Skywards Miles

Rome to Milan from just 8,100 Skywards Miles

London to Paris from just 9,400 Skywards Miles

Berlin to Frankfurt from 4,100 Skywards Miles

By expanding redemption opportunities beyond air travel, Emirates Skywards continues to evolve as a lifestyle loyalty program, enabling members to travel more freely and seamlessly across Europe.

Having recently celebrated 25 years of success, Emirates Skywards is now used by more than 39 million members across 190 countries, with more than 78,000 new enrolments every week.