Aeroplan's Newest Promo: Up to 90% Bonus on Purchased Points!

Current Promotion Details

Outside of promotional periods, Aeroplan sells points at a base rate of 3.75 cents per point (CAD). During this promotion, you could acquire points for as low as 1.97 cents per point (CAD) with the 90% bonus, before taxes. While this is not as high as the up to 100% bonus we had back in September 2026, this offer is still strong.

Here is the full bonus structure being offered.

Bonus tiers for this offer

• Buy 5,000–25,000 points: 50% bonus (2.50 cents per point, pre-tax)
• Buy 30,000–70,000 points: 75% bonus (2.14 cents per point, pre-tax)
• Buy 80,000+ points: 90% bonus (1.97 cents per point, pre-tax)

Aeroplan points are generally valued at around 2 cents per point. That makes the 90% bonus tier a solid deal, with points landing at roughly 1.97 cents each. The 50% and 75% tiers are less compelling on a straight cents per point basis, but if you only need a small top up to complete an Aeroplan redemption, they are still better than paying the regular rate.

Reminder that you also pay tax on top of this and the amount changes based on which province you live in.

Purchase Limits

Aeroplan allows members to purchase up to 1,000,000 points per calendar year, one of the most generous limits among loyalty programs.

For this promotion specifically, the per-transaction limit has been temporarily increased from the usual 250,000 base points to 500,000 base points per transaction.

If you are buying points directly for another Aeroplan member, you can purchase a minimum of 5,000 and up to 500,000 points per transaction, to a maximum of 500,000 points per calendar year for that purpose. The recipient receives both the base points and the bonus points.

One helpful detail: bonus points do not count toward either the per-transaction limit or the annual limit. Only the base points you buy count toward those caps.

Who Should Buy Aeroplan Points?

My usual guidance on buying points is simple: only buy them if you have a trip in mind and plan to use them in the near future. Buying points to sit in your account with no plan for them rarely pays off.

That said, if you are strategic about travel rewards, buying points during a strong promotion like this can be a game changer for your travel plans. Here are the key scenarios where purchasing points makes sense.

Reach your dream destination faster

Are you just a few thousand points short of that trip to Europe or Asia you have been planning? Instead of waiting months to accumulate more points through everyday spending, you can purchase exactly what you need and book your trip now. This is especially valuable for those larger, dream trips that require significant point balances.

Never miss last-minute getaways

We have all been there. An incredible flight deal pops up, but your Aeroplan balance is too low to take advantage of it. When you have the ability to buy points instantly, you are always ready for spontaneous travel opportunities. Do not let a low balance stop you from jumping on time-sensitive deals or last-minute adventures.

Gift points to a loved one

Short on points yourself but want to help someone else travel sooner? You can purchase points directly for another Aeroplan member's account, and they will receive both the base points and the bonus points. A great way to give the gift of travel.

Treat it like a travel savings fund

Think of buying Aeroplan points the same way you would save up for any major purchase. You can strategically top up your account throughout the year, especially during promotions like this one, building your travel fund for future adventures. It is a proactive approach to ensuring you have the points you need when the perfect travel opportunity arises. This approach works best if you travel often or already know you will put these points toward a major trip. The key is having a clear redemption or reason in mind before you buy, rather than banking points just to have them.

How Long Does It Take to Receive Points?

Point purchases through Aeroplan (processed by Points.com) generally post within 72 hours. In my personal experience purchasing points it has been nearly instantaneous.

However, if you are chasing a specific award availability, make sure to factor in this processing time before the seats disappear.

The Bottom Line

This is a solid buy points promotion, particularly at the 90% bonus tier, if you're in need of a points top up for a specific itinerary. At 1.97 cents per point before tax, and with Aeroplan points generally worth around 2 cents each, that top tier offers decent value for members who have a specific redemption in mind or who want to build their travel fund strategically.

That being said, Aeroplan has had stronger points purchasing promos this year, so if you can wait until later this year when maybe they launch a stronger promo, you could do that.

Check your Aeroplan account and decide if now is the right time to invest in your future travels. The promotion runs until October 29, 2026, giving you a short window to evaluate your options and make an informed decision.

Happy travels!

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