Britons can get free Jet2 holidays and more perks as part of an Emirates loyalty scheme shake-up

The tie-up means Skywards members can now use their accumulated miles to book flights to popular holiday spots throughout Europe, the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Canary Islands.

The UK remains one of Emirates Skywards' most important markets, and this latest move expands the rewards available to British travellers.

Members can start redeeming from just 8,000 Skywards Miles, which covers all fees and charges, making it an accessible entry point for a holiday getaway.

But it's not just about the flights themselves. Travellers can also use their miles to add on meals, extra baggage allowance, and preferred seat selection, making it possible to sort out the whole package before jetting off.

Jet2.com, the UK's third largest airline, operates from 14 airport bases across the country, with London Gatwick joining the roster from March 2026.

The number of miles needed will depend on ticket prices, so it's worth checking before booking.

Divisional senior vice president at Emirates Skywards, Dr Nejib Ben Khedher, said: "The UK is one of our top markets and we're pleased to expand our portfolio to offer millions of members a chance to redeem flight rewards on popular holiday destinations served by Jet2.com."

General Manager of 3rd party supply & distribution at Jet2.com, Doug Turner, added: "We are very pleased to be partnering with Emirates Skywards, which means we can give even more customers the opportunity to enjoy flights with our award-winning airline."

To put it into perspective, a return Premium Economy trip from London to Sydney via Dubai earns 18,000 miles – enough for a return Jet2.com flight from Stansted to Mallorca.

Britons looking to go on a cruise will also benefit from updated loyalty programmes as Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and more cruise lines combine their schemes.

Royal Caribbean Group unveiled a new loyalty scheme that will transform how cruise passengers earn rewards across the company's brands.

The programme, called Points Choice, lets travellers collect points when sailing with any of the group's three brands and then direct those rewards to whichever loyalty scheme suits them best.