Air Canada


Air Canada Aeroplan: The Complete Guide

Aeroplan is quietly one of the best Star Alliance programs out there. With stopover-friendly routing rules, competitive premium cabin pricing, and transfers from all major credit card programs, Aeroplan punches way above its weight. The March 2025 dynamic pricing additions affected some partners, but 35+ airlines still use fixed charts. If you value flexibility and Star Alliance access, Aeroplan deserves serious attention.


Why Air Canada Aeroplan?

  • Fixed award charts for most partners – 35+ partners still use published charts
  • Stopovers for 5,000 points – Add stopovers to one-way tickets cheaply
  • Star Alliance access – Book United, ANA, Lufthansa, Singapore, and more
  • Low fees on awards – Minimal surcharges compared to some programs
  • Easy to earn – Transfers from all major programs

Best Ways to Use Aeroplan Points

1. North America to Asia (ANA) – 55,000 economy, 90,000 first

Seattle to Tokyo on ANA for just 55,000 points or 90,000 in First Class is exceptional. ANA has world-class products and Aeroplan prices them competitively.

2. Singapore Airlines Premium Cabins

North America to Southeast Asia in Singapore First Class for 130,000 points or Business for 87,500 points. These are some of the best premium cabins in the world.

3. U.S. to India (90,000 business)

Book United, Air India, or Turkish Airlines between the U.S. and India for 90,000 points in business class – solid for a long-haul premium cabin.

4. Short North American Flights (6,000 points)

Economy flights within North America start at just 6,000 points for short distances. Great for domestic hops.


March 2025 Update

Aeroplan introduced dynamic pricing for Emirates, United, and Etihad starting March 25, 2025. However, all other 35+ partners remain on fixed distance-based charts.


How to Earn Aeroplan Points

  • Chase Ultimate Rewards – 1:1 transfer
  • Amex Membership Rewards – 1:1 transfer
  • Capital One Miles – 1:1 transfer
  • Citi ThankYou Points – 1:1 transfer
  • Bilt Rewards – 1:1 transfer

Bottom Line

Aeroplan is a top-tier Star Alliance program with competitive pricing, generous routing rules, and broad transfer partner access. The addition of dynamic pricing for a few partners is unfortunate, but 35+ airlines still use fixed charts. Focus on ANA, Singapore Airlines, and leveraging the stopover rules for maximum value.