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Do Air Canada Aeroplan Points Expire? Policy & Rules
Everything you need to know about Air Canada Aeroplan point expiration timelines, qualifying activity rules, 4-year hard caps, cancellation windows, and fee schedules.
Air Canada Aeroplan Expiration & Cancellation Summary
Expiration Policy
Aeroplan points expire after 18 months of inactivity (no earning, redemption, donation or transfer). However, Aeroplan Elite members (25K and above) and primary holders of an Aeroplan-affiliated credit card are exempt – their points do not expire
Cancellation Window
Cancellations allowed up to 2 hours before departure. Standard awards: CA$150 redeposit fee online (CA$175 via contact centre). Flexible awards: free cancellations. Aeroplan Super Elite: free
Change & Refund Fees
$0 USD (flexible awards) or CA$100 (~$73 USD) per direction (standard awards)
5 Ways to Prevent Air Canada Aeroplan Points from Expiring
- Swipe a Co-Branded Card: Any purchase on an affiliated credit card generates points activity that resets your clock.
- Transfer Points: Transfer 1,000 points from a flexible credit card partner to trigger fresh account activity.
- Shop or Dine with Partners: Make a small purchase through the loyalty program's shopping or dining portal.
- Complete a Paid Stay or Flight: Even a 1-night inexpensive stay will generate qualifying activity.
- Redeem a Small Reward: Redeeming a fraction of points for a gift card or minor award also counts as activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Air Canada Aeroplan redemption value, transfer rules, and policies:
Do Air Canada Aeroplan points expire?
Aeroplan points expire after 18 months of inactivity (no earning, redemption, donation or transfer). However, Aeroplan Elite members (25K and above) and primary holders of an Aeroplan-affiliated credit card are exempt – their points do not expire
What counts as qualifying activity to keep Air Canada Aeroplan points active?
Qualifying activities include earning points via co-branded credit card spend, completing an eligible stay/flight, transferring points from a partner, using a dining/shopping portal, or purchasing points.
What is the cancellation policy on Air Canada Aeroplan award bookings?
Cancellations allowed up to 2 hours before departure. Standard awards: CA$150 redeposit fee online (CA$175 via contact centre). Flexible awards: free cancellations. Aeroplan Super Elite: free
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