15 April 2025

Is GarudaMiles the best frequent flyer program? Certainly not, as it has many weaknesses, such as a segment-based reward pricing that often makes the rewards overpriced.

But like most programs, it can still be an option under certain circumstances. And one of these circumstances is rather unexpected.

At the end of February, the program launched a partnership with Emirates, which complemented the long-standing partnership with Etihad. But now it got even better: The program now also has a partnership with Qatar Airways.

For all customers who enjoy traveling with these three quality carriers but don’t want to commit loyally to one of them, GarudaMiles now offers the clever option to pool miles with these companies in one program, giving them a certain sense like that.

Of course, Garuda also maintains Frequent Flyer partnerships with all SkyTeam airlines.