Aeroplan® is our favourite frequent flyer program in Canada because it’s so versatile and rewarding.
With plenty of partners, it’s easy to earn and redeem Aeroplan® points wherever you want to travel.
You can earn Aeroplan® points faster with a great lineup of Aeroplan® credit cards. Plus, American Express® Membership Rewards® points transfer to Aeroplan® at a 1:1 ratio.
You can redeem Aeroplan® points for flights with Air Canada and its 48 partner airlines, including all Star Alliance members. Taking you to almost any part of the world you want to visit.
Here’s how to make the most of the Aeroplan® program.
Why Aeroplan® is Our Favourite
Aeroplan® is our favourite reward program because it’s easy to earn plenty of Aeroplan® points. More than with any other loyalty program in Canada.
You’ll earn from flights, retail partners, and a great lineup of credit cards.
Many Aeroplan® credit cards also include valuable Air Canada benefits like a free checked bag, priority boarding, lounge access, and travel insurance.
You’ll also find it easy to reach Aeroplan® 25K Status with premium Aeroplan® credit cards.
The Aeroplan® Family Sharing program lets families combine points, making it easier to reach flight rewards together.
With Aeroplan®, there are plenty of ways to redeem points for award travel.
You can redeem Aeroplan® points with Air Canada, which offers many direct flights from major Canadian cities. You can even add a stopover for 5,000 points.
Plus, you’ll also find a wide network of Star Alliance and non-alliance partners that can take you almost anywhere in the world.
Aeroplan® is also one of the few programs that still uses an award chart for partner redemptions.
These redemptions make Aeroplan® one of the most flexible and valuable frequent-flyer programs in Canada.
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How to Earn Aeroplan® Points in Canada
It’s easy to earn plenty of Aeroplan® points in Canada, making it simple to reach flight rewards faster.
You’ll earn points when you fly with Air Canada or one of its 48 partner airlines in the Star Alliance network.
The number of points you earn depends on your fare and Aeroplan® Elite Status level.
You’ll also earn points with a great lineup of personal and business Aeroplan® credit cards from TD, CIBC, and American Express.
These cards come with generous welcome bonuses and strong earning rates on dining, groceries, and Air Canada purchases.
Plus, they include valuable travel benefits like a free checked bag, priority boarding, and travel insurance.
That’s not all. You can earn more Aeroplan® points through partners. With the Aeroplan® eStore you earn points when you shop online with hundreds of retailers.
Partners like Uber, Starbucks, LCBO, and Journie Rewards give you even more ways to earn.
Best Aeroplan® Credit Cards
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Best Premium Aeroplan® Business Card
Annual Value: $1,505
Annual Fee: $599
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Best Mid-Tier Business Aeroplan® Card
Annual Value: $705
Annual Fee: $149
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Best Primeum Aeroplan® Card
Annual Value: $1,805
Annual Fee: $599
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Best Mid-Tier Business Aeroplan® Card
Annual Value: $480
Annual Fee: $180. 1st Year Rebate
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Best Primeum Aeroplan® Card
Annual Value: $1,805
Annual Fee: $599
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Best Mid-Tier Aeroplan®
Annual Value: $705
Annual Fee:$139. 1st Year Rebate
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Best Mid-Tier Aeroplan® Card
Annual Value: $705
Annual Fee:$139. 1st Year Rebate
Yoy can also transfer points to Aeroplan® from many American Express® Membership Rewards® cards.
Points transfer at a 1:1 ratio and almost instantly, making it an easy way to add points for your next trip.
Best American Express® Membership Rewards® Cards
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Best Marriott Bonvoy® Card
$500 Annual Value
Annual Fee: $120
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Best Business Marriott Bonvoy® Card
$500 Annual Value
Annual Fee: $150
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Best Luxury Business Travel Card
Annual Value: $2,385
Annual Fee: $799
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Best Everyday Card
Annual Value: $260
Annually Fee: $191.88 ($15.99 Monthly)
And if you’re short on points, you can buy points directly from Aeroplan®.
Sometimes there’re bonus offers when you purchase points. However, it’s only usually worth doing when you have a confirmed redemption in mind.
Read more about when it’s worth buying points and check out the latest points purchase promotions.
Check out our full guide on how to earn Aeroplan® points in Canada for more.
Aeroplan® Family Sharing
The Aeroplan® Family Sharing feature lets up to eight Aeroplan® members pool their Aeroplan® points together.
If you travel with family or share earning opportunities, Aeroplan® Family Sharing is one of the easiest ways to make earning and redeeming points even better.
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Beginner’s Guide
From points newbie to booking your first trip.
Learn how easy it’s for Canadians to earn and redeem points with the best reward credit cards and programs. Make your first redemption for almost free travel in no time.
Aeroplan® Elite Status
Aeroplan® Elite Status gives you extra comfort and priority when flying with Air Canada or Star Alliance partners.
There are five tiers: 25K, 35K, 50K, 75K, and Super Elite.
You qualify each year based on distance flown, flight segments, and spending on Air Canada flights before taxes and fees.
A great feature of the Aeroplan® program is that you don’t need to fly often to reach 25K Aeroplan® Elite Status.
With Everyday Status Qualification (EDQ), you can earn 25K Status just by collecting 100,000 qualifying points in a calendar year.
You’ll earn those points through Aeroplan® partners, Air Canada® flights, and your Aeroplan® credit card. Each eligible point you earn counts toward EDQ.
The higher your status, the more benefits you’ll enjoy when flying with Air Canada and its Star Alliance partners.
You’ll get priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling, along with access to preferred seats at check-in.
Aeroplan® Elite members enjoy priority check-in, boarding, and baggage handling.
Higher tiers get Maple Leaf lounge access and eUpgrades, making every flight more enjoyable.
Read more about how to qualify and Aeroplan® Elite Status benefits.
AWP TIP
Changes are coming to how you qualify for Aeroplan® Elite Status as of January 1, 2026.
The program will shift from distance-based to spending-based qualification for Air Canada flights.
Read more about upcoming changes to Aeroplan® Elite Status here.
How to Redeem Aeroplan® Points
All the magic with Aeroplan® happens when you’re ready to redeem points for flights.
At Adventures With Points (AWP), we value Aeroplan® Points at 2 cents per point.
With Aeroplan® points, you can book nearly free flights to almost anywhere in the world.
Air Canada’s network is one of the most extensive, and with 48 partner airlines across Star Alliance and beyond, you’ll have access to destinations worldwide.
Aeroplan® also has one of the most flexible stopover policies in the industry.
You can add a stopover on a one-way flight for just 5,000 Aeroplan® points. Giving you a chance to visit two destinations on the same trip.
Before you book, log in to your Aeroplan® account to search award space.
You don’t need any points in your account to explore options, which makes it easy to plan your next redemption.
One of the most valuable benefits of select Aeroplan® credit cards is travel insurance.
You and your household are covered, even when redeeming Aeroplan® points for flights.
Check out our full guide on how to redeem Aeroplan® points for more flight redemption tips, partner strategies, and booking advice.
Premium Aeroplan® Credit Cards
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Welcome Points: 90,000
Welcome Value: $3,380
Annual Fee: $599
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Welcome Points: 85,000
Welcome Value: $3,280
Annual Fee: $599
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Welcome Points: 85,000
Welcome Value: $3,580
Annual Fee: $599
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Welcome Points: 85,000
Welcome Value: $3,580
Annual Fee: $599
One of our favourite Aeroplan® redemptions is business class flights with Star Alliance partners between Canada and Europe at a standard rate of 70,000 points each way.
Last summer, we flew with SWISS in business class from Toronto via Zurich to Italy. The flight was incredible.
We enjoyed great food, excellent service, and lie-flat seats that let us sleep comfortably before landing.
Bottom Line
Aeroplan® is one of the best loyalty programs. It’s letting you travel more for far less than any other reward program in Canada.
You have plenty of ways to earn Aeroplan® points through flights and retail partners.
You’ll earn even more with co-branded Aeroplan® credit cards. Plus, you can also transfer points from American Express® Membership Rewards® cards at a 1:1 ratio.
You’ll also enjoy valuable benefits with Aeroplan® Elite Status and cards like the TD® Aeroplan® Visa* Infinite and TD® Aeroplan® Visa* Infinite Privilege.
When it’s time to redeem, Aeroplan® gives you access to Air Canada and 48 partner airlines. It will take you almost anywhere in the world for nearly free.
