Here Are Some Airlines Set to Launch in 2024

Travellers are constantly on the lookout for new airlines that will make connectivity easier across the world. Every year, we look forward to new hotels, new resorts and new airlines to give us more travel options. With this, there are higher chances not only for budget-friendly flights but also for luxury flights to make our travel more affordable and comfortable as well. If you’re looking to explore some destinations this year, you might be able to do it on amazing deals as there are going to be some new airlines launching this year.

Air Japan – Budget-Friendly New Airline to Explore Japan!

If you’ve had Japan on your bucket list for some time now, 2024 might be the year you can finally take this trip. Although a trip to Mount Fuji might no longer be possible, Japan is still one of the most beautiful destinations to explore. Many consider the destination a digital nomad’s heaven, and exploring the cherry blossoms in Japan is a dream come true for countless people. The new budget carrier Air Japan launched this year, offering some of the most budget-friendly tickets to Japan. The carrier owned by All Nippon Airways (ANA) will begin direct flights from Singapore to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport on April 27. The ticket price to Japan from Singapore? It’s as affordable as one-way fares starting from $156.

Air Japan operates Boeing 787 aircraft in an all-economy class layout. In addition to Singapore, the airline also flies from Narita to Bangkok and Seoul. With the latest addition, Singapore will be its third destination.

Really Cool Airlines – Thailand’s New Carrier

Thailand is looking to redefine the aviation industry of the country with the launch of Really Cool Airlines in Q2 of 2024. The airline is looking to initially focus on Asian routes such as Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Shanghai. According to Really Cool Airlines, the airline will be providing premium experiences beyond a traveller’s dreams. How is the airline planning to do this? It seems like Really Cool Airlines will provide a revolutionary loyalty program, exclusive access to free yearly business-class privileges amazing benefits and faster perks as well.

Patee Sarasin, former chairman of Thailand’s low-cost carrier Nok Air, founded the Thai full-service carrier.

Explore the UK with Global Airlines

Global Airlines is set to redefine luxury air travel with comfort and personalized service. The airline is slated to launch in Q2 of 2024. The initial routes for the airline include flights from London to New York as well as Los Angeles. Travelers can anticipate amazing experiences as the airline is founded by renowned travel personality and serial entrepreneur, James Asquith. Having visited 196 countries by the age of 24, James is familiar with the good and bad of the aviation industry. With this, the airline’s main focus has shifted to not only providing comfort but also delivering personalized services.

Global Airlines plans to use a fleet of four Airbus A380s, claiming to be the first to do so in years.

Georgia’s New Flag Carrier, Air Iveria

Air Iveria is claiming to make one of the finest airlines in the industry this year. The airline also plans to launch in Q2 of 2024, although the exact date remains unconfirmed. The main focus of the airline is to showcase the beauty of Georgia and its hospitality to travellers all around the globe. With this, some of the initial routes for the airline include Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to key European destinations like Amsterdam (AMS), Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), and Paris (CDG).

According to the airline, passengers can also explore a multitude of benefits and rewards through the carrier. Some of these benefits include travel insurance, concierge services and even automatic elite status with all stakeholder loyalty programs.

Saudi Arabia Set to Launch NEOM Airlines

Saudi Arabia is becoming a tourist hotspot as of late as well. As global travellers have started exploring the Middle East, Saudi announces the launch of NEOM Airlines. By the end of the year, the airline plans to take off, opening up new possibilities for travelers. With this, air travel in and out of NEOM city will become the next big thing in Saudi. The announcement of this airline also comes in addition to Saudi’s new carrier Riyadh Air. One of the main focuses of NEOM Airlines includes a focus on sustainability. The airline also revealed plans for hydrogen-powered or supersonic aircraft in the future.

If you love traveling and earning rewards, the expanded partnership between Marriott Bonvoy and Emirates Skywards is great news. With over 35 million members worldwide, this collaboration lets you convert points between the two programs, doubling your opportunities to earn and redeem rewards whether you fly or stay at a hotel. Here’s a simple guide to what this means for you and how to get the most out of your travel loyalty programs.

What Is the Marriott Bonvoy and Emirates Skywards Partnership?

Marriott Bonvoy is the loyalty program for Marriott International’s vast hotel portfolio, including more than 30 brands worldwide. Emirates Skywards is the frequent flyer program of Emirates Airlines, flying to over 140 destinations globally. Together, they’ve been partnering for over 10 years to let travelers earn rewards faster now with a new feature that lets you convert Skywards Miles to Marriott Bonvoy Points and vice versa.

How Does the Points and Miles Conversion Work?

The key highlight of this partnership is the seamless conversion between Marriott Bonvoy Points and Emirates Skywards Miles:

Convert Marriott Bonvoy Points to Emirates Skywards Miles: For every 3 Marriott Bonvoy Points, you get 1 Skywards Mile. Plus, if you convert 60,000 points, you receive a bonus of 5,000 Skywards Miles.
Convert Emirates Skywards Miles to Marriott Bonvoy Points: Starting now, you can convert 3 Skywards Miles into 2 Marriott Bonvoy Points. The minimum transfer is 3,000 Miles.

To make a conversion, log in to your Emirates Skywards account, enter your Marriott Bonvoy membership details, and convert easily on the Emirates website.

Double Your Rewards Earn Both Points and Miles

Here’s how you earn more rewards by linking your accounts:

When staying at Marriott Bonvoy hotels: Earn 1 Skywards Mile for every USD 1 spent, on top of your Marriott Bonvoy points.
When flying Emirates: Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite and above members earn 3 Marriott Bonvoy Points for every USD 1 spent on Emirates flights, in addition to Skywards Miles.

If you have elite status in either program, you also get special perks like priority check-in, priority boarding on Emirates flights, late hotel checkout, and complimentary in-room Wi-Fi.

Who Can Benefit Most from This Partnership?

This program is perfect for frequent travelers who fly with Emirates and stay at Marriott hotels regularly. To maximize benefits:

Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite, Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite, and Ambassador Elite members earn bonus points on Emirates flights and get airport perks.
Emirates Skywards Silver, Gold, and Platinum members earn miles on Marriott stays and receive hotel elite benefits like late checkout and priority check-in.

Keep in mind, you need to be registered with both programs under the same name and link your accounts to enjoy these benefits.

Why This Partnership Matters for Travelers

With this upgraded collaboration, your travel rewards become more flexible and valuable. Whether you want to use your points to book a luxurious hotel stay across 144 countries or redeem miles for flights to 158 destinations, this partnership opens doors to a more rewarding travel experience.

It’s especially helpful if you want to switch between earning hotel points and airline miles without losing value. Plus, the ability to earn both simultaneously makes every trip more rewarding.

How to Get Started

Make sure you are an active member of both Marriott Bonvoy and Emirates Skywards.
Link your accounts online through the Your World Rewards portal or Emirates website.
Start earning double rewards on flights and hotel stays.
Convert points and miles easily whenever you want to enjoy stays or flights.
Don’t forget to check your elite status perks before booking to get the most value.

Elevate Your Travel Rewards with Marriott and Emirates

If you travel often, this enhanced Marriott Bonvoy and Emirates Skywards partnership gives you more freedom and flexibility to earn and spend rewards across a global network of hotels and flights. The ability to convert miles to points and vice versa means your loyalty rewards can work exactly how you want them to whether that’s booking your next Emirates flight, upgrading your hotel stay, or simply enjoying exclusive perks.

Link your accounts today to start maximizing your travel rewards and experience the best of both worlds the comfort of Marriott hotels and the luxury of Emirates flights all while earning twice the rewards.

*As announced on 27th May 2025 by Emirates