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Air Canada Award Travel
Aeroplan is the second-best Star Alliance program after United for points travelers, with a published distance-based chart and stopovers allowed for just 5,000 extra points. Transfers from Amex MR, Capital One, Chase, and Bilt make it the most-funded loyalty currency in North America.
Why points travelers care about Aeroplan
- Stopover for 5,000 points — turn a one-way award into two destinations.
- Distance-based chart published — predictable pricing, unlike Delta.
- Transfers from every major flexible currency: Amex MR, Capital One, Chase UR, Bilt, plus Marriott Bonvoy.
- No fuel surcharges on Air Canada metal.
Top Aeroplan sweet spots
The redemptions where points decisively beat cash — sorted by best value.
U.S./Canada → Europe
business · 60,000–70,000 points one-way
Cash equivalent: $3,500–$6,000 · Lufthansa, SWISS, Brussels, or Air Canada metal at the 60k tier.
U.S. → Asia (via Star Alliance partners)
business · 85,000–100,000 points one-way
Cash equivalent: $5,500–$8,500 · ANA, Singapore, EVA — book the partner Saver level.
Transfer partners
Credit-card programs that let you turn flexible points into points for Air Canada.
| From | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Amex Membership Rewards | 1:1 | Instant |
| Chase Ultimate Rewards | 1:1 | Instant |
| Capital One | 1:1 | Instant |
| Bilt Rewards | 1:1 | Instant |
| Marriott Bonvoy | 3:1 | +5k bonus per 60k |
Watch out for
- Carrier surcharges on Lufthansa partner awards can run $200–$400 — price compare before transferring.
- Dynamic pricing on Air Canada metal — partner Saver inventory is the value.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Aeroplan stopover work?
Aeroplan lets you add a stopover (24+ hours) anywhere along your award route for a flat 5,000 extra points. This effectively turns a one-way redemption into two trips — fly to Lisbon, stop for a week, then continue to Athens.
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