One of Aeroplan’s greatest strengths is the breadth of its partner network. You can earn Aeroplan points at hundreds of locations across Canada — on flights, at hotels, with car rental companies, at gas stations, through the Aeroplan eStore, and more. This guide covers every major Aeroplan partner category so you can maximise your earning without booking a single flight.
Airline Partners
Air Canada and Air Canada Express
Every Air Canada and Air Canada Express flight earns Aeroplan points. Points are calculated based on distance flown, fare class, and your Elite Status level. Higher fare classes (flexible economy, premium economy, business) earn more points per mile flown.
Star Alliance Partner Airlines
As a Star Alliance member, Air Canada allows Aeroplan members to earn points on flights operated by any of the 40+ Star Alliance carriers. You must present your Aeroplan number at check-in or enter it into your booking in advance.
Key Star Alliance partners where Canadians commonly earn Aeroplan points:
| Airline | HQ | Common Canadian Routes |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | USA | Connections to/from US cities |
| Lufthansa | Germany | Toronto/Vancouver → Frankfurt/Munich |
| Swiss | Switzerland | Toronto → Zurich |
| Singapore Airlines | Singapore | Vancouver/Toronto → Singapore |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Japan | Vancouver → Tokyo |
| Turkish Airlines | Turkey | Toronto → Istanbul |
| Air New Zealand | New Zealand | Vancouver → Auckland |
| Brussels Airlines | Belgium | Toronto → Brussels |
| TAP Air Portugal | Portugal | Toronto → Lisbon |
| Avianca | Colombia | Toronto/Miami → Bogotá |
| Ethiopian Airlines | Ethiopia | Toronto/London → Addis Ababa |
Earn rates on partner airlines vary. Typically, discounted economy fares earn 25–50% of miles flown; full-fare economy earns 100%; business class earns 125–150%. Check the Aeroplan website for current partner earn rates.
Non-Alliance Airline Partners
Aeroplan also has bilateral earning agreements with airlines outside Star Alliance:
- Etihad Airways — Abu Dhabi–based airline connecting to destinations across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia
- Gulf Air — Bahrain-based airline
- Korean Air — South Korea (note: SkyTeam member, not Star Alliance, but has a bilateral agreement with Aeroplan)
Hotel Partners
You can earn Aeroplan points when booking hotel stays directly through the participating hotel’s loyalty program or through Air Canada Vacations. Major hotel partners include:
| Hotel Group | Brands | Earn Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy | Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, W Hotels, Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Delta Hotels | Points-to-Aeroplan transfer; 3:1 ratio |
| Hilton Honors | Hilton, DoubleTree, Hampton Inn, Embassy Suites, Waldorf Astoria | Points-to-Aeroplan transfer |
| IHG One Rewards | InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Kimpton, voco | Points-to-Aeroplan transfer |
| Hyatt World of Hyatt | Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Andaz, Thompson Hotels | Points-to-Aeroplan transfer |
| Four Seasons | Four Seasons | Limited partnership, check terms |
Important note on hotel-to-Aeroplan transfers: Most hotel programs allow you to convert hotel points to Aeroplan points, but the transfer ratios are often unfavourable (e.g., Marriott transfers at 3:1, meaning 3 Marriott points = 1 Aeroplan point). It is usually better to redeem hotel points for hotel stays directly rather than converting to Aeroplan.
Exception: During transfer bonus promotions (often 30–50% bonus Aeroplan points on transfers), the math can improve significantly. Watch for these promotions in Aeroplan’s email newsletters.
Car Rental Partners
When renting a car, enter your Aeroplan number to earn points. Major car rental partners include:
| Company | Earn Rate (approximate) |
|---|---|
| Hertz | Up to 500 pts per rental |
| Avis | Up to 500 pts per rental |
| Budget | Up to 250 pts per rental |
| Enterprise | 500 pts per rental |
| National Car Rental | 500 pts per rental |
| Sixt | Varies by location |
Earn rates are often per rental rather than per dollar spent, so longer or more expensive rentals don’t necessarily earn proportionally more. Nonetheless, it’s worth presenting your Aeroplan number for every car rental.
Gas Station Partners
Esso and Mobil
Aeroplan has one of its most useful partnerships with Esso and Mobil stations through the Esso Extra / Mobil Rewards program. By linking your Esso Extra account to Aeroplan, you earn Aeroplan points when fuelling up.
Earn rate: Approximately 1 Aeroplan point per litre of fuel purchased. When combined with an Aeroplan credit card payment (which earns an additional 1–1.5 points per dollar), you can double-dip and earn on both the credit card and the Esso Extra program simultaneously at every fill-up.
Over a year of regular fuelling, this stacking can easily add up to 2,000–5,000 Aeroplan points — the equivalent of a short domestic flight award.
Retail Partners in Canada
Starbucks
By linking your Aeroplan account to your Starbucks Rewards account, you can earn Aeroplan points on Starbucks purchases at participating Canadian locations. Starbucks runs periodic double-point promotions — checking the Aeroplan app for active offers can boost your earning at the coffee shop significantly.
The Aeroplan eStore
The Aeroplan eStore is Aeroplan’s online shopping portal — a gateway to 400+ retailers where you earn bonus Aeroplan points on top of your credit card points by clicking through the portal before making a purchase. Major retailers include:
- Amazon Canada
- Walmart Canada
- The Bay (Hudson’s Bay)
- Best Buy Canada
- Canadian Tire (select offers)
- Sephora
- lululemon
- Booking.com
- Hotels.com
- Expedia
- Nike
- Under Armour
Earn rates in the eStore typically range from 2 to 15 Aeroplan points per dollar, depending on the retailer and any active promotions. For a detailed guide, see our Aeroplan eStore article.
Dining Partners
Aeroplan has partnerships with select restaurant chains and dining programs in Canada. These change periodically — check the Aeroplan app or website for currently participating restaurants in your city. Earned dining points post to your account within a few weeks of your visit.
Financial Institution Partners
The three Aeroplan credit card issuers — TD, CIBC, and American Express — are all Aeroplan partners in the sense that their Aeroplan-branded credit cards earn points on every eligible purchase.
You earn Aeroplan points automatically with each card swipe; there’s no separate login or account linking required. Credit card earning is typically the highest-volume method of Aeroplan accumulation for most Canadians.
See Best Aeroplan Credit Cards by Spending Category for a breakdown of which card earns the most in each spending category.
Tips for Stacking Aeroplan Points
“Stacking” means earning points from multiple sources on a single transaction. Here are the most common stacking opportunities:
Esso/Mobil Double Stack
- Pay with your Aeroplan credit card (earn 1–1.5 pts per dollar)
- Scan your Esso Extra card linked to Aeroplan (earn ~1 pt per litre)
Online Shopping Triple Stack
- Click through the Aeroplan eStore to the retailer (earn eStore bonus pts)
- Pay with your Aeroplan credit card (earn credit card pts)
- Shop through a cashback portal in addition to eStore (where allowed)
Hotel Stay Double Stack
- Book directly with the hotel and provide your hotel loyalty number
- Pay with your Aeroplan credit card
- Wait for a transfer bonus promotion, then transfer hotel pts to Aeroplan
Air Canada Flight Quadruple Stack
- Book directly on aircanada.com and provide your Aeroplan number (earn flight pts)
- Pay with your Amex Aeroplan Reserve or CIBC Aeroplan Visa Infinite (earn 3x or 1.5x credit card pts on Air Canada purchases)
- Use an Aeroplan-linked dining partner for the airport meal (earn dining pts)
- Fill up at Esso before driving to the airport (earn fuel pts)
How to Link Partner Accounts to Aeroplan
Most partner connections are managed through the Aeroplan app or website:
- Log into your Aeroplan account at aircanada.com or the Aeroplan app
- Go to “Partners” or “Earn” section
- Search for your partner (e.g., Esso Extra, Starbucks)
- Follow the prompts to link your loyalty account numbers
For airlines, always ensure your Aeroplan number is entered into your booking profile with each Star Alliance carrier.
Bottom Line
Aeroplan’s partner ecosystem is extensive. Between credit card earning, Esso fuel rewards, the eStore, and hotel and airline partners, a motivated Aeroplan member can accumulate tens of thousands of points annually without ever boarding a plane.
The highest-value everyday partner strategy for most Canadians is:
- An Aeroplan credit card for all daily spending (grocery, gas, dining, everything)
- An Esso Extra account linked to Aeroplan for fuel double-earning
- Regular use of the Aeroplan eStore for any online shopping
For more on ground-based earning, see How to Earn Aeroplan Points Without Flying.
Aeroplan Partners FAQ
Which partners let you earn Aeroplan points on everyday spending in Canada? The most practical everyday partners are Esso and Mobil stations (fuel), the Aeroplan eStore (online shopping), and Aeroplan dining partners. Combined with an Aeroplan credit card, these let you earn points on fuel, online purchases, and restaurant meals without any Air Canada bookings.
Can I earn Aeroplan points at Esso and on my credit card at the same time? Yes. This is one of Aeroplan’s most popular stacking opportunities. Pay with your Aeroplan credit card (earning credit card points on the dollar amount) and scan your linked Esso Extra card (earning approximately 1 Aeroplan point per litre). Both earn independently on the same transaction.
How do I link my Esso Extra or Starbucks account to Aeroplan? Log in to your Aeroplan account at aircanada.com or the Aeroplan app, navigate to the “Partners” or “Earn” section, search for the partner, and follow the prompts to link your loyalty account number.
Do Star Alliance partner flights earn Aeroplan points automatically? Only if your Aeroplan number is entered into your booking profile for that airline. Add it when booking or before departure. Points are generally not credited retroactively, though you can request credit within 6 months for missing postings with supporting documentation.
Are hotel points worth transferring to Aeroplan? Generally no — hotel-to-Aeroplan transfer ratios are unfavourable (e.g., Marriott Bonvoy transfers at 3:1). The exception is during transfer bonus promotions, which occasionally improve the math. Monitor Aeroplan’s promotions newsletter to catch these opportunities.
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Partner lists and earn rates are subject to change. Always verify current partner earn rates on the official Aeroplan website or app before your transaction.