Aeroplan adds airBaltic: flights to over 80 destinations
Aeroplan launches a new partnership with airBaltic, allowing members to redeem Aeroplan points for over 80 destinations in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus. Bookings can be made on aircanada.com with a partner booking fee of $39.
This new agreement significantly strengthens Aeroplan’s booking options in Europe, particularly for those wishing to explore the Baltic countries. AirBaltic, based in Riga, Latvia, operates one of Europe’s youngest fleets, composed exclusively of Airbus A220s, and will become the first European carrier to offer free Starlink high-speed internet on all its flights in 2025.
How to redeem Aeroplan points with airBaltic?
Members can book airBaltic flights in three ways: on aircanada.com, via the Air Canada mobile app, or by contacting the Aeroplan call centre. Aeroplan points can be used for airBaltic flights alone or combined with Air Canada and any other Aeroplan airline partner.
- Online booking on aircanada.com
- Air Canada mobile app
- Aeroplan Contact Centre
- Possible combination with other Aeroplan partners
How many Aeroplan points for an airBaltic flight?
airBaltic flights follow Aeroplan’s Atlantic flight reward chart. The majority of destinations in the airBaltic network fall within the 0-1,000 mile and 1,001-2,000 mile bands. Longer flights like Riga-Dubai or Riga-Gran Canaria fall into the 2,001-4,000 mile category.
| Distance (miles) | Economy (one-way) | Sample routes |
|---|---|---|
| 0-1 000 | 7,500 points | Riga-Stockholm, Riga-Helsinki |
| 1 001-2 000 | 12,500 points | Riga-Paris, Riga-London |
| 2 001-4 000 | 25,000 points | Riga-Dubai, Riga-Gran Canaria |
What are the airBaltic partner booking fees?
A partner booking fee of $39 CAD applies to any reservation including an airBaltic flight. These fees are identical to those applied for other Aeroplan non-Star Alliance partners and are in addition to the usual taxes and fees.
Can Aeroplan points be earned on airBaltic flights?
No, earning Aeroplan points on airBaltic flights is not currently available. No announcement has been made regarding potential future earning. For flights booked with airBaltic, Canadian travellers can credit their flights to the Air France KLM Flying Blue program, an option generally more advantageous than the airBaltic Club program.
Benefits of the Aeroplan-airBaltic partnership
- Access to over 80 destinations in Europe and beyond
- Modern Airbus A220 fleet
- Free Starlink internet on board (starting 2025)
- Strategic hub in Riga for the Baltic countries
- Possibility to combine with other Aeroplan partners
To quickly earn Aeroplan points, welcome offers from Aeroplan credit cards like the TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Card are an excellent way to get free flights on Air Canada or airBaltic with points.
- Annual fee
- $0 $139No annual fee the first year
- Our valuation
- $1,139Milesopedia first-year estimate First-year valueWelcome bonus$1,000Annual fee rebated$139Total$1,139Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
- Welcome offer
- Up to 50,000 points
No annual fee the first year
Milesopedia first-year estimateFirst-year valueWelcome bonus$1,000Annual fee rebated$139Total$1,139Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
+ First Year Annual Fee Rebate
on TD's website
Which destinations can be reached with airBaltic?
AirBaltic serves over 80 destinations from its Riga hub, covering Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Caucasus. The carrier is particularly strong in serving the Baltic countries (Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania) and offers excellent connections to European capitals.
- Europe: Paris, London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Stockholm, Helsinki, Copenhagen
- Middle East: Dubai, Tel Aviv
- North Africa: Cairo, Marrakech
- Caucasus: Tbilisi, Yerevan, Baku
- Islands: Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Malta
In conclusion, this new partnership between Aeroplan and airBaltic significantly expands booking options for Canadian members, particularly those interested in the Baltic countries and Eastern Europe. Although earning points is not available and partner fees apply, access to airBaltic’s modern fleet and its extensive network represents significant added value for the Aeroplan program.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can airBaltic flights be booked with Aeroplan?
airBaltic bookings with Aeroplan points are available now. Members can book immediately on aircanada.com, the mobile app, or via the Aeroplan contact centre.
How much are the partner booking fees for airBaltic in 2025?
The partner booking fees for airBaltic are $39 CAD per reservation in 2025. These fees apply to any reservation including at least one airBaltic segment, in addition to the usual taxes and surcharges.
Can Air Canada and airBaltic flights be combined on a single Aeroplan booking?
Yes, Aeroplan points can be used for itineraries combining Air Canada, airBaltic, and any other Aeroplan airline partner on a single booking. The $39 partner fee will apply if the booking includes airBaltic.
Which Aeroplan flight reward chart applies to airBaltic flights?
The Aeroplan Atlantic Flight Reward Chart applies to airBaltic flights. Most destinations fall within the 0-1,000 mile bands (7,500 points in Economy) and 1,001-2,000 mile bands (12,500 points). Flights to Dubai or the Canary Islands require a minimum of 25,000 points (2,001-4,000 miles).
Is airBaltic part of Star Alliance?
No, airBaltic is not a member of any major airline alliance. This is why a $39 partner fee applies to Aeroplan bookings, similar to other non-Star Alliance partners like Emirates or Etihad.
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