TD Rewards is a straightforward programme: earn on TD card purchases, redeem through Expedia for TD. With a fixed value ceiling of 0.5¢/pt, the strategy is simple — maximize portal redemptions and avoid statement credits.
Redemption #1: Expedia for TD — Always Use This First
Rate: 200 points = $1 (0.5¢/pt)
Expedia for TD is a full-featured travel booking portal — flights, hotels, car rentals, vacation packages. Any inventory available on Expedia is available here.
Best uses:
- Economy flights — book any airline, any route at the current market price
- Hotel stays — flexible inventory with no blackout dates
- Car rentals — useful for road trips or international travel
- Vacation packages — flight + hotel bundles
Tips:
- Compare Expedia for TD prices to the airline’s own website — they should match, but verify
- You can pay a mix of points + card balance if your points don’t cover the full cost
- Earn the 8x TD Rewards bonus on bookings made through Expedia for TD with the TD First Class Travel card (stacks with your point balance)
Redemption #2: Book Any Way — Use When Portal Lacks Inventory
Rate: 250 points = $1 (0.4¢/pt)
When you can’t find what you need on Expedia for TD, Book Any Way lets you:
- Book travel anywhere using your TD Rewards card
- Redeem points against that charge within 90 days
When to use Book Any Way:
- Flights on smaller carriers not available on Expedia
- Boutique hotels booked directly
- Airbnb or non-OTA accommodation
- Tours and travel experiences
Downside: 20% less value per point than Expedia for TD. If the price difference on your booking is less than 20%, stick to Expedia for TD.
Redemptions to Avoid
| Redemption | Rate | Effective Value |
|---|---|---|
| Statement credits | 400 pts = $1 | 0.25¢/pt — half the portal rate |
| Merchandise | Varies | ~0.20–0.30¢/pt |
| Gift cards | Varies | ~0.25¢/pt |
Never redeem TD Rewards for statement credits if you have any upcoming travel. The portal is always better.
Stacking Strategy: Earn Points on Expedia for TD Bookings
The TD First Class Travel Visa Infinite earns 8x TD Rewards on Expedia for TD bookings. At 0.5¢/pt, this equals a 4% return on travel portal spend — one of the highest portal earn rates among Canadian cards.
| Booking amount | Points earned (8x) | Portal value |
|---|---|---|
| $500 flight | 4,000 pts | $20 |
| $1,000 hotel | 8,000 pts | $40 |
| $2,000 vacation package | 16,000 pts | $80 |
If you use your accumulated TD Rewards to pay for a booking AND earn 8x on the out-of-pocket portion, you’re effectively double-dipping — reducing cash outlay while building up the next redemption.
Annual Redemption Calendar: Making the Most of TD Rewards
| Travel Type | Best Months to Book | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Winter sun (Caribbean, Mexico) | October–November | Book through Expedia for TD; packages often offer better portal pricing than standalone flights |
| Cross-Canada flights | Year-round | Any Air Canada, WestJet, or Flair fare available; compare to Aeroplan award rates |
| European summer | January–February | Book early for best availability at cash prices |
| Hotel redemptions | Flexible | Use when points partially cover a stay; Book Any Way works well for boutique hotels |
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Point values and portal availability are subject to change. Verify at td.com and expediafortd.com. See our Advertiser Disclosure.