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Value Breakdown
Dollar Value
$1,040.00
Based on average redemption value of 1.30¢ per mile
Smart Recommendations
Best Time to Book
Book your Emirates award flights for travel to Europe from mid-January to mid-February, as availability tends to open up significantly during this off-peak period, especially on routes like Dubai to London.
Sweet Spot
You can fly round-trip in business class from New York (JFK) to Milan (MXP) for 80,000 Emirates Skywards miles, which typically costs around $4,000 in cash.
Routing Trick
You can fly from New York (JFK) to Bangkok (BKK) via Dubai (DXB) for 80,000 miles, but if you route from New York (JFK) to Bangkok (BKK) via Colombo (CMB) with a stopover, you can save about 10,000 miles and still enjoy a scenic layover.
Avoid These Fees
Avoid flying with Spirit Airlines on routes like New York to Fort Lauderdale, as they can charge up to $65 for a carry-on bag and $100 for a checked bag, significantly increasing your travel costs.
Alternative Airlines
Alaska
Oneworld57,778 miles (-22,222 miles)
Spirit
104,000 miles (+24,000 miles)
Avianca
Star Alliance61,176 miles (-18,824 miles)