Emirates adds easyJet as partner

In a unique partnership to facilitate travel around Europe, Skywards, Emirates award-winning frequent flyer program, and easyJet, Europe's fourth largest airline, announce the launch of a redemption agreement of Skywards Miles for flights on easyJet, connecting Emirates 31 destination strong European network with all of easyJet destinations.
As of yesterday, members will be able be use their Skywards Miles to fly with easyJet to over 30 countries across Europe and North Africa. Used in conjunction with an Emirates flight or for separate travel itineraries, Skywards members will have the choice to expand their travel options across Europe. The functionality will be available to Skywards members in every tier and the flights are bookable online.
"With over 130 destinations within Europe and North Africa partnering with easyJet was an obvious choice for Emirates. Like Emirates, easyJet is committed to expanding its operation by connecting an increasing number of cities, offering passengers limitless travel opportunities. This exciting new and strategic partnership will provide our robust Skywards members base, 31 percent of whom reside in Europe, with a novel way of redeeming their miles and expanding their travel possibilities," said Thierry Antinori, Emirates' EVP, passenger sales worldwide.
"Emirates' upcoming services to Lyon and Warsaw will provide Skywards members with even greater opportunities to explore Europe."
Paul Simmons, easyJet's UK director, said: “Emirates is a well-known carrier in our markets, with a justified reputation of being one of the world’s fastest growing airlines. Partnering with easyJet will help extend its reach by providing Skywards members with the ability to access our market leading European Network.”