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Aeroplan: A Plain-Language Guide for Canadians

Aeroplan is Air Canada's loyalty program and one of the most valuable in Canada when redeemed for flights.

Updated July 20, 2026· 7 min read

How to earn Aeroplan points

Fly Air Canada and Star Alliance partners.
Use an Aeroplan co-brand credit card (TD, CIBC, Amex).
Transfer from Amex Membership Rewards at 1:1.
Shop through the Aeroplan eStore for bonus points.

What Aeroplan points are worth

The typical redemption value ranges from 1.5 to 2.1 cents per point. Short-haul flights (Toronto-New York, Vancouver-Seattle) frequently deliver the strongest per-point returns.

Best-value redemptions

Short-haul economy in North America: 6,000-10,000 points one-way.
Business class to Europe on Lufthansa or Swiss: often 70,000 points one-way.
Star Alliance partner awards without carrier surcharges.

Key takeaways

Aeroplan points are worth ~1.5-2.1¢ CAD each when redeemed for flights.
Best value comes from Star Alliance partner redemptions, not Air Canada flights.
You can transfer Amex MR to Aeroplan at 1:1 — a common wallet strategy.
Dynamic pricing means award prices vary; watch for sweet spots on short-haul North America flights.

Frequently asked questions

Do Aeroplan points expire?+

Points expire after 18 months of account inactivity. Earning or redeeming any points resets the clock.

Can I combine Aeroplan points with a family member?+

Yes — Aeroplan's Family Sharing feature lets up to eight household members pool points at no cost.

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