MCC Code
3097
Category
Emirates Airlines
Reward Category
Travel
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Best cards for Emirates
Amex Platinum
5x MR on flights booked direct
5x MR
Chase Freedom Unlimited
5% back on travel via Chase
5% back
Capital One Venture X
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Capital One Venture
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
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What MCC code does Emirates use?
Emirates uses MCC 3097 — Emirates Airlines. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Emirates by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Emirates count as emirates airlines for credit card rewards?
Yes — Emirates codes as Emirates Airlines (MCC 3097), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a emirates airlines category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Emirates?
The best card depends on how Emirates codes. Since it uses MCC 3097 (Emirates Airlines), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.