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49 Airlines you can book using Aeroplan points: the complete list

Wondering where your Aeroplan points could take you? Well, the answer to that is literally anywhere. With over 1000 destinations, your points can unlock reward seats on the following 49 airlines. Pretty good right?

Written byDan Withinshaw

PublishedSeptember 24, 2024

Last updatedApril 16, 2025

Are you wondering where your Aeroplan points could take you? Well, the answer to that is almost anywhere. With over 1000 destinations, your points can unlock reward seats on the following 49 airlines. Sounds pretty good right?

The full list

Overview of the routes and destinations

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines operates primarily within Europe, offering flights to North Africa and the Middle East.

Air China
Air China offers flights to domestic and international destinations, including the U.S. and Canada, but availability can be limited.

Air India
Air India’s network spans domestic and international destinations, offering multiple options for travel to/from India using Aeroplan points.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand serves many destinations across the South Pacific and U.S., with time zone shifts making it a unique travel experience.

ANA
ANA operates domestic and international flights, though premium cabin availability is hard to find for Aeroplan members.

Asiana Airlines
Asiana Airlines connects passengers to several cities in South Korea and international destinations, offering good value on routes within Asia.

Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines serves destinations across Europe and North America, with some routes narrowly crossing into higher award price bands.

Avianca
Avianca serves destinations in the Americas and Europe, with reasonable Aeroplan point requirements for flights to Central America.

Brussels Airlines
Brussels Airlines serves Europe, Africa, and the U.S., with good value redemptions available for shorter transatlantic routes.

Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines serves North, Central, and South America with reasonable point redemptions, especially for flights from Panama City to the U.S.

Croatia Airlines
Croatia Airlines has a smaller network of primarily seasonal routes within Europe; flights must be booked by calling Aeroplan.

EgyptAir
EgyptAir offers flights from Cairo to destinations in Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, with reasonable points required for long-hauls.

Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines serves Africa, Asia, and North America, with an extensive network within Africa, making it ideal for off-the-beaten-path travel.

EVA Air
EVA Air serves Asia, Oceania, and North America with options for reducing points costs by adjusting flight routes under 7,500 miles.

LOT Polish Airlines
LOT Polish Airlines serves primarily European destinations, along with a notable fifth freedom flight between Budapest and Seoul.

Lufthansa
Lufthansa offers extensive international service, but high taxes and fees are often associated with award tickets.

Shenzhen Airlines
Shenzhen Airlines primarily serves domestic Chinese destinations, with some international routes to Europe; call Aeroplan for bookings.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines operates globally but blocks premium cabin availability for Aeroplan points; business class is available.

South African Airways
South African Airways connects travelers across Africa, with limited international routes post-COVID.

SWISS
SWISS connects Switzerland to Europe, North America, and beyond; lower-priced options are available for shorter transatlantic routes.

TAP Air Portugal
TAP Air Portugal serves European, African, and North and South American destinations, with newer planes flying most long-haul routes.

THAI
THAI operates routes across Asia, Europe, and Oceania, with no current routes to the Americas.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines offers global service from its hub in Istanbul, though some routes to the U.S. require more points due to distance.

United Airlines
United Airlines’ award search engine makes finding Star Alliance partner flights easy, though some seats may need to be booked by calling Aeroplan.

Extended Partnerships

Air Creebec
Air Creebec serves Ontario and Québec, with all bookings requiring a call to Aeroplan.

Air Dolomiti
Air Dolomiti serves Europe with a hub in Frankfurt, offering short-haul flights bookable online using Aeroplan points.

Air Mauritius
Air Mauritius serves island destinations and long-haul routes to Europe and Asia; redemptions vary by distance.

Air Serbia
Air Serbia operates primarily within Europe, with long-haul flights to Tianjin, Chicago, and New York.

Azul Brazilian Airlines
Azul Brazilian Airlines primarily serves South American destinations, with some flights to the U.S. and Europe; worth comparing cash fares before booking.

Bamboo Airways
Bamboo Airways offers short flights within Vietnam, with ultra-low-cost carriers potentially offering cheaper alternatives.

Calm Air
Calm Air operates within Manitoba and Nunavut; call Aeroplan for bookings.

Canadian North
Canadian North serves destinations in western Canada, particularly the Northwest Territories and Nunavut; online bookings are available.

Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific’s short regional flights in Asia are bookable with Aeroplan points, often using wide-body planes for premium seating.

Discover Airlines
Discover Airlines serves leisure destinations from its hub in Frankfurt, with Aeroplan availability for 60+ destinations.

Edelweiss Air
Edelweiss connects travellers to leisure destinations via Zurich, offering a distinct in-flight product from its parent company, SWISS.

Emirates
Emirates flights are available with Aeroplan points, though premium cabin awards require a high number of points due to dynamic pricing.

Etihad Airways
Etihad serves destinations worldwide but offers limited premium cabin awards through Aeroplan.

Eurowings
Eurowings operates budget flights across Europe and the Middle East, with some routes available online through Aeroplan.

FlyDubai
FlyDubai operates primarily within Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, with high Aeroplan point requirements due to dynamic pricing.

GOL
GOL serves destinations across Brazil, with some international routes to the U.S. and Caribbean; compare cash prices before redeeming points.

Gulf Air
Gulf Air operates out of Bahrain, serving regional and long-haul routes, with excellent business class award availability.

Juneyao Airlines
Juneyao Airlines serves Asian destinations, with award space available via United’s site, but Aeroplan bookings require a phone call.

Olympic Air
Olympic Air offers domestic flights within Greece, making island-hopping a great option with Aeroplan points.

Oman Air
Oman Air offers flights across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, with limited premium cabin availability through Aeroplan.

PAL Airlines
PAL Airlines operates within eastern Canada, with many smaller airports requiring a call to Aeroplan for bookings.

SunExpress
SunExpress flies leisure routes within Europe and the Middle East, with most bookings requiring a phone call to Aeroplan.

Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia offers domestic flights and select international routes, with good award availability in all classes.

Vistara
Vistara operates primarily within India.

About the author

Dan is a content marketing specialist at pay.com.au who transforms complex rewards programs into compelling stories. Drawing from his Kiwi roots and global adventures, he brings a unique perspective to finding value in points redemptions. With experience in startups and scale-ups, he helps readers unlock the potential of their rewards. Outside of work, you'll find Dan producing music, mixing on the decks, and immersing himself in Melbourne's sports and music culture.

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