Aeroplan Adds New Points Transfer Partners for Business Class Redemptions

Aeroplan has expanded its points transfer ecosystem in April 2026, adding three new credit card and bank transfer partners. The move increases earning flexibility for Canadian frequent flyers who prefer to consolidate rewards in one program.

Business Class Redemption Sweet Spots

Aeroplan remains one of the strongest programs for booking partner business class at reasonable rates. Key redemption values for Canada-origin routes remain: 65,000–85,000 points for business class to India (Lufthansa/SWISS partner space), 65,000 points to Europe in business class (non-peak), and 60,000 points to Japan in Air Canada business class.

What to Watch

• Partner award availability fluctuates — book 6+ months ahead for Air India/Lufthansa partner space
• Taxes and surcharges on Aeroplan awards vary significantly by carrier
• Air Canada redemptions attract minimal carrier-imposed fees vs. many partner airlines
• Stopovers allowed on Aeroplan itineraries — add a free stopover on transoceanic awards

For Canadians looking to use Aeroplan points on India routes, the best strategy remains booking Star Alliance partner business class (Lufthansa, SWISS, Thai) through Aeroplan at 85,000 points round trip — typically CAD $3,000–$4,000 in cash value for the same seat.