Emirates and Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras S.A (Azul) have expanded their existing partnership by launching a reciprocal loyalty programme. This new arrangement allows members of Emirates Skywards and TudoAzul, the frequent flyer programs of the respective airlines, to earn and redeem miles across a combined network of 280 destinations globally.
The enhancement of the partnership follows the establishment of a codeshare agreement between the two airlines in 2021, aimed at improving connectivity between eight Brazilian cities and Emirates’ international network through Sao Paulo.
Dr. Nejib Ben Khedher, Divisional Senior Vice President of Emirates Skywards, stated, “We’re very pleased to be announcing a new partnership with Azul, the largest airline in Brazil. Skywards members can now rack up even more Miles while discovering hundreds of cities across Brazil and South America. Azul members can also look forward to earning and redeeming Miles on more than 130 destinations across Emirates’ global network. We look forward to the start of a great partnership and to unlocking fantastic benefits for our frequent flyer members.”
Cristina Yoshida, Director of Loyalty Program & Ancillary Revenue at Azul, commented on the partnership, saying, “Our partnership with Emirates, a company globally recognized for its excellence in service, means a significant progress in our mission to provide memorable experiences to the customers. We are expanding Azul’s destinations and portfolio, reinforcing our commitment to a loyalty program that offers the best options to the members.”
Details of the Mile Earning and Redemption Structure Under the New Agreement
Under the new agreement, Emirates Skywards members can earn miles while traveling on Azul’s network, which encompasses over 150 destinations. The earning rate for Skywards members is up to 1 Skywards Mile per mile flown in Economy class and up to 1.5 Skywards Miles per mile flown in Business Class. Additionally, members can redeem flight rewards on Azul’s Economy and Business Class flights, with the starting redemption rate for a one-way reward ticket being 8,000 Miles in Economy and 17,500 Miles in Business Class.
Similarly, TudoAzul members are now able to accrue Miles across Emirates’ extensive network of more than 130 destinations spanning six continents. They also have the opportunity to redeem flight rewards in Emirates’ Economy and Business Class cabins.
Codeshare Agreement Enhances Connectivity Across Brazilian and International Destinations
The codeshare agreement between Emirates and Azul offers customers seamless connections to and from various Brazilian airports, including Rio de Janeiro, Santos Dumont (SDU), Belem (BEL), Belo Horizonte (CNF), Cuiaba (CGB), Curitiba (CWB), Juazeiro Do Norte (JDO), Porto Alegre (POA), and Recife (REC), on Azul flights. These are linked to Emirates flights from Sao Paulo (GRU) to Dubai and beyond, with a single ticketing system. Emirates currently operates a daily A380 service to Sao Paulo, featuring a Premium Economy cabin, and a Boeing 777-300ER service between Dubai and Rio de Janeiro, with an onward connection to Buenos Aires.