Figuring out how to make the most of your travel reward points shouldn’t be a full-time job. You shouldn’t need to bother with blogs or have to scour social media for insider tips. Fortunately, Aeroplan, Air Canada’s brilliant travel loyalty program, goes beyond the basics and makes it effortless. While you can (and certainly should) use the points you earn as a member, for future travel, the program is designed so that you can maximize your points, your way. Travel more and travel better, of course, but as an Aeroplan member you’re treated to additional perks that make your life easier. Whether you use your points to book a hotel, shop online, give to friends or family, or even donate them to charity, the choice is yours.
Air Canada transformed the Aeroplan program in 2020, so that there are more ways to earn, and members can rack up rewards faster and score more exclusive benefits along the way. Whether using the dashboard on the Air Canada site, or accessing the app on the go, viewing your status and applying your points is simple.
Ready to put those points to work? Here are some suggestions. Whatever you decide—be it booking that bucket-list trip or an A-list hotel stay with points, opting for deals from Aeroplan’s robust list of partners or going a little wild (no judgment) in their e-store—you’ll find your happy place.
1. Enjoy a luxurious ride
As frequent fliers know, it’s all about the upgrade. Level up your seat to Air Canada’s premium cabins and get more space. Aeroplan Elite Status Members, as well as select Aeroplan credit card holders, are entitled to a complimentary checked bag and access to the airline’s gorgeous Maple Leaf LoungeTM.
2. Stay connected
With Aeroplan, you get free Wi-Fi texting on all Air Canada flights and can pay for Wi-Fi with your points. It’s a no-brainer way to make your travel experience that much more enjoyable.
3. Maximize your points
Merely by living their best lives, members now earn Aeroplan Elite Status more quickly through everyday spending, giving them access to those coveted flight perks, including upgrades, priority contacts, free checked baggage, and lounge access. What's more? Simply by flying Air Canada, in any fare class, or a partner airline, you’ll earn. Purchasing in-flight food and beverages or shopping at the duty free store gets you additional points.
4. Expand your horizons
Your next great trip is mere clicks away. As a member of Star Alliance, Aeroplan members have access to the network of Canada’s largest airline, Air Canada, which offers flights to more than 180 destinations in Canada and abroad. Members can use their points to book flights with 45+ partner airlines, covering more than 1,300 destinations around the world. Use the travel tools on Air Canada's website, including the Points Finder Tool to explore where your Aeroplan points can take you. Have a destination in mind? The Points Predictor Tool can help you plan your trip.
5. Leave the planning to the experts
Some people are planners and some are…not. That’s okay! Aeroplan points can be used to book a vacation package with Air Canada Vacations, which partners with world-class hotels and resorts to deliver exclusive perks to travelers. Need some inspiration? Aeroplan helps you discover new, exciting destinations here.
6. Book an amazing stay
About those perks—some of the world’s most unique properties and renowned hotel brands, including Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Small Luxury Hotels of the World are in the Aeroplan network. Members can book or extend hotel stays for less with points. And, bonus, “HotelSavers” deals deliver exclusive redemption rates, saving Aeroplan members up to 30% in points. With more than 7,000 global hotels to choose from, and exclusive cardholder extras like a fourth night free, late checkout, and preferred room locations often included, you’ll marvel at how easy and accessible your dream vacation is.
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7. Access bonus partners perks
After securing your flight, round out your journey by booking your car rental using points, or by purchasing gift cards and merchandise in the e-store. Recent deals include earning 7x-10x your points on purchases from retailers like Sephora, Dyson, Amazon, and Etsy, and fresh deals are regularly added.
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8. Unlock even more value
If you’re ready to earn points even faster, Aeroplan Credit Card holders have access to exclusive perks such as free first checked bags, lounge access and priority boarding on select cards. Bonuses are built into the program, including accelerated points on gas, grocery, dining, and on purchases made directly with Air Canada. Plus, cardholders get better redemption value with preferred pricing on Air Canada flights and a fourth night free on hotel redemptions. Whether you live in Canada or the US, you can find a card that suits your needs.
Make your travel better in ways only the best airline travel loyalty program can. Discover more at aircanada.com/aeroplan.