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Aeroplan has just published a new version of its Aeroplan pricing chart dated April 2026 that will take effect on June 1, 2026. Several price categories change compared to the previous version from February 2026. The increases mainly affect transatlantic and transpacific flights in business and first class, while certain intra-Europe flights become more affordable. Here is our detailed analysis of the changes and their impact on your upcoming bookings.
To fully understand the effect of these adjustments, you need to understand that “Starting at” values indicate the minimum points required for a booking, while “All other partners” values set the standard rate without dynamic pricing. Consult our complete guide to the Aeroplan program for the basics of how it works.
First, here’s the overview (you’ll find the full tables of all changes at the end of the article).
The new chart has three major trends: targeted increases on transatlantic flights (especially to Europe with Star Alliance partners), increases on long-haul Pacific routes, and a complete readjustment of Atlantic-Pacific routes. In return, certain intra-Europe flights in business class decrease and short-haul economy to the Atlantic loses 2,500 points.
Flights between North America and Europe are the most impacted segment. The increases mainly affect business class and first class with Star Alliance partners other than Air Canada (Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian, ANA, Singapore Airlines, etc.).
However, good news slips into this zone: short-haul economy class (0-4,000 miles) drops from 35,000 to 32,500 points. Competition with Flying Blue seems to be paying off on this front.
Flights to Asia and Oceania also experience notable increases. However, the profile is different from the Atlantic: it’s mainly Business and Premium Economy classes that take the hit.
However, long-haul economy travelers get rare good news. For 0-5,000 mile flights, the “Starting at” economy rate drops from 35,000 to 32,500 points. Similarly, some 11,001+ flights go from 65,000 to 70,000 points at the starting level and from 74,100 to 75,000 points at the median, which remains relatively stable.
This is where the most brutal devaluation of this new Aeroplan pricing chart is hidden. Flights between Europe and Asia experience massive increases, especially for long distances.
The old chart showed an identical rate for 5,001-7,000 and 7,001+ mile distances with Air Canada (40,000 / 60,000 / 100,000 points). This anomaly disappears: Aeroplan now creates a new distinct pricing category for very long distances.
Amid these increases, the intra-Atlantic zone brings a breath of fresh air. Short-haul business class in Europe drops across three distance tiers, making European business rotations very attractive.
However, these reductions for Air Canada and select partners come with increases for other partners on the same distances. For example, an intra-Europe flight of 1,001-2,000 miles with Lufthansa in economy goes from 12,500 to 15,000 points.
Flights within the Pacific zone present a mixed picture. On one hand, long economy flights decrease slightly (for example, 5,001-7,000 miles: 37,500 → 35,000 points for Air Canada). On the other hand, medium-short-haul flights in business class increase significantly for other partners.
Good news for regular travelers between Canada and the United States: the North America zone retains most of its pricing structure. The “Starting at” and “All other partners” values remain identical for most tiers.
Some medians move slightly (for example, 501-1,500 miles in economy: 13,700 → 14,000 points), but these adjustments reflect member booking behaviors rather than a structural devaluation. Your Montreal-New York, Toronto-Vancouver, or Calgary-Los Angeles flights maintain roughly the same value.
Stronger competition with Porter Airlines, WestJet, and even United (Star Alliance partner) launching its credit card in Canada may have something to do with it.
The three zones related to South America (intra-South America, Atlantic-South America, Pacific-South America) undergo no structural changes. Rates remain stable for flights between North America and South America, except for the Business median for 4,501+ mile flights which goes from 104,400 to 116,200 points.
If you’re planning a trip to Brazil, Peru, or Argentina, your booking strategy remains valid. Check out our best Aeroplan cards to maximize your accumulation before departure.
This update confirms a trend that began in 2025: Aeroplan is gradually tightening rates on premium long-haul routes while keeping North America attractive to the general public. The logic is clear. Business class bookings to Europe and Asia attract experienced travelers who are willing to pay more points for highly valued seats.
Specifically, here’s what we recommend to Aeroplan members:
With these new increases, accumulating enough points for your trips becomes even more crucial. Aeroplan credit cards offer the best welcome bonuses in the Canadian market, with bonuses that can reach 100,000 points and more.
To compare all Aeroplan cards available in Canada and find the one that matches your spending profile, check out our comparison of the best Aeroplan credit cards. You’ll find detailed analysis of welcome offers, earning rates, and travel benefits.
The new Aeroplan pricing chart for April 2026 does not constitute a massive devaluation as some feared. However, it confirms the direction the program has taken since 2024: placing greater value on premium long-haul routes while preserving attractiveness for domestic and North American travel. Travelers to Europe in first class are most affected, while those booking European connections in business class benefit.
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Here is the complete list of “Starting From” price changes for Air Canada and Select Partners (United Airlines, Emirates, Flydubai, Etihad Airways, Canadian North, Calm Air, Bearskin Airlines, Provincial Airlines).
Aeroplan also publishes “median” prices, which correspond to the average fare observed for the majority of bookings on Air Canada and select partners. These medians are not guaranteed but serve as a good indicator of what to expect.
Here is the complete list of fixed price changes for bookings made with other Star Alliance and non-alliance partners (Lufthansa, Swiss, ANA, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, etc.). These are the fares most impacted by the update.
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