I know what you're thinking, "Me?? Recommending Air Canada???" I know, but hear me out.
First let's get into a wee bit of history of Aeroplan for anyone who's interested in the business side of it. (If this doesn't interest you, just skip down)
Aeroplan was started by Air Canada in 1984 as their new Frequent Flyer Program.
In May 2008, Air Canada's parent company (ACE Aviation Holdings) sold Aeroplan to a company that would soon be known as Aimia.
In 2017, Air Canada announced that it would be looking to set up a new Frequent Flyer Program. (Presumable to put out feelers to buy back the old company)
In 2018, Aimia and Air Canada signed a definitive agreement for AC to buy back the old points program.
May 2020, Air Canada takes custody of the Aeroplan program and immediate begins to make changes to their website to integrate the new and soon to be upgraded points system.
Today - You can now buy or gift points to other Aeroplan customers as well as book flights and redeem points online.
5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Aeroplan Points from Air Canada
BONUS MILES!! Happening right now and until April 2nd, Air Canada (Aeroplan) are offering up to 100% bonus when you buy a points package. Me personally, I bought 20,000 points with 16,000 bonus points (36,000 in total) for only $600 or €400 if you're like me and live in Europe. At the moment, the average redemption from Winnipeg to Dublin is approximately 30,000 points for Economy Class or 56,000 points for their premium Business Class (one way). Click here to buy your points before the deadline!
REDEMPTION IS EASY! Unlike before, Air Canada now owns this aspect of their business again so redeeming your points have never been easier. Now when you visit aircanada.com, you have the option to log in to your Aeroplan account and redeem your points directly from the website!
Upgrade Your Travel Experience! Ever wanted to travel in a premium cabin like Premium Economy or even Business Class? Airport Lounges, better service, better food & lie-flat seats? With this offer, you're closer than you think! Air Canada has certainly upped it's game over the years in terms of their in-flight product. The old "toothpaste blue" livery is on its way out and a new, sleek and sexy cabin interior has arrived.
Old Air Canada Long Haul Business Class
New "Signature Class" Long Haul Business Class
As you can see, the difference is night and day. Having had the privilege to experience both cabins, I can say that everything's better in the newer cabin! When booking, make sure you do some research on the type of aircraft flying that route to avoid disappointment. Websites like seatguru.com are great and provide a lot of information.
4. Use Aeroplan to Fly Other Airlines (Star Alliance)! As many of you already know, Air Canada was one of five founding members of the Star Alliance flight network back in 1997. This basically means that a number of global airlines agree to work together by providing each other the ability to sell seats on other partner airlines. For example, if you wanted to fly from Toronto to Berlin, Germany but have always wanted to fly Lufthansa Airlines instead of Air Canada, you can use your Aeroplan points to book with Lufthansa through this agreement. Other Star Alliance Carriers:
Aegean Airlines
Air China
Air India
Air New Zealand
All Nippon Airways
Asiana Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Avianca
Brussels Airlines
Copa Airlines
Croatia Airlines
EgyptAir
Ethiopian Airlines
Eva Air
LOT Polish Airlines
Lufthansa
Scandinavian Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines
Singapore Airlines
South African Airways
Swiss International Airlines
TAP Air Portugal
Thai Airways
Turkish Airlines
United Airlines
5. Keep Earning Through an Aeroplan Credit Card!
A lot of Canadian Credit Cards offer tremendous value when it comes to signup bonuses and are available through a number of financial institutions. These bonuses will compliment any points purchased and when you use your Aeroplan card to buy points, you'll be earning points on your purchase!
For more info on the credit cards available, visit Air Canada for more info.
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