Aeroplan partners with Club Avolta to earn points at the airport
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Aeroplan and Club Avolta, the loyalty program for the Hudson, Dufry, and HMSHost brands, announced on June 30, 2026 a partnership covering North America. Travellers who are members of both programs can now earn Aeroplan points on purchases made in airport stores. This is the first Aeroplan partnership with an airport retail loyalty program in North America: a sign that Aeroplan is increasingly establishing itself as an everyday program, well beyond flights alone.
What this means in practice
The partnership lets you earn 1 Aeroplan point for every CA$2 spent at participating Hudson and Dufry stores, as well as through Club Avolta’s Reserve & Collect service. To earn points, you must link your Aeroplan account to your Club Avolta account directly in the Club Avolta app.
HMSHost restaurants, also under the Avolta banner, will be added to the program by the end of 2026. Once fully rolled out, the network will include about 1,900 locations across North America.
Members who link their Aeroplan and Club Avolta accounts also benefit from cross-offers across Air Canada’s global network, as well as at participating Avolta duty-free shops, convenience stores, and specialty retail outlets. A 5% discount also applies at checkout in-store once accounts are linked.
Participating airports
The partnership is live at eight airports at launch:
- Canada: Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR), Calgary (YYC), Toronto Billy Bishop (YTZ), Halifax Stanfield (YHZ)
- United States: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Chicago O’Hare (ORD)
Club Avolta has 16 million members worldwide and is positioned as the leading global loyalty program in the airport travel, dining, and duty-free sectors. You can link your accounts in the app or at ClubAvolta.com, and view partnership details at aircanada.com/aeroplan.
“The partnership between Club Avolta and Aeroplan marks a decisive milestone for Club Avolta, as it is our first integration with a North American airline loyalty program,” said Atousa Ghoreichi, Senior Vice President, Digital Solutions, North America at Avolta.
Atousa Ghoreichi, Avolta
“The journey begins long before arriving at the boarding gate, and we want to make that experience even more rewarding for our members,” said Scott O’Leary, Vice President, Loyalty and Product at Air Canada.
Scott O’Leary, Air Canada
Aeroplan wins awards at the 2026 Freddie Awards
Alongside this partnership, Air Canada confirms that Aeroplan won the “Program of the Year” award at the 2026 Freddie Awards—a 4th consecutive win. Voted on by more than nine million frequent travellers worldwide, the Freddie Awards are the most respected recognition in the loyalty industry.
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Aeroplan and Club Avolta — Frequently asked questions
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How do I link my Aeroplan account to Club Avolta?
Download the Club Avolta app (or sign in to your existing account), then go to the loyalty partners settings to enter your Aeroplan number. Linking is immediate, and earning starts with your next eligible purchase.
What is the Aeroplan points earning rate at Avolta?
You earn 1 Aeroplan point for every CA$2 spent at participating Hudson and Dufry stores, as well as through the Reserve Collect service. HMSHost restaurants will be added by the end of 2026.
Which airports is the Club Avolta partnership available at?
In Canada: Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR), Calgary (YYC), Toronto Billy Bishop (YTZ), and Halifax Stanfield (YHZ). In the United States: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), and Chicago O’Hare (ORD). The network will reach about 1,900 locations once the rollout is complete.
When will HMSHost restaurants be included in the partnership?
Air Canada and Avolta plan to expand the partnership to HMSHost restaurants by the end of 2026. No specific date has been announced yet.
Is Club Avolta only available in Canadian airports?
No. Avolta operates in more than 70 countries and has about 5,100 locations worldwide. As part of this Aeroplan partnership, earning is currently available at 8 airports in North America (5 in Canada, 3 in the United States), with an expansion planned.
Can I get a discount with my Club Avolta account?
Yes. Once your Aeroplan and Club Avolta accounts are linked, you get a 5% discount at checkout in participating stores, in addition to earning Aeroplan points.
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