Emirates /

30,000 Miles

Independent 1.30¢ per mile ≈ $390.00 value

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Value Breakdown

Dollar Value

$390.00

Based on average redemption value of 1.30¢ per mile

Smart Recommendations

Best Time to Book

Book your award flights for Emirates routes from New York (JFK) to Dubai (DXB) starting in early January, specifically between January 2nd and January 15th, to take advantage of lower availability and off-peak travel periods.

Sweet Spot

You can fly round-trip from New York (JFK) to Dubai (DXB) for just 30,000 Skywards miles, while typical cash prices for this route can soar over $1,500.

Routing Trick

Book a round-trip from New York (JFK) to Bangkok (BKK) via Dubai (DXB), which typically costs 40,000 miles, but using a stopover in Dubai can allow you to save 10,000 miles while enjoying a multi-city experience.

Avoid These Fees

Avoid flying with Spirit Airlines for routes such as Fort Lauderdale to Las Vegas, where you can encounter high fees like a $65 carry-on bag fee and a $45 seat selection fee, significantly increasing your total travel cost.

Alternative Airlines

Alaska

Oneworld

21,667 miles (-8,333 miles)

Better Value

Spirit

39,000 miles (+9,000 miles)

Avianca

Star Alliance

22,941 miles (-7,059 miles)

Better Value