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Air Canada Aeroplan guide
Rules checked 28 September 2026
Aeroplan is Air Canada's programme and a member of Star Alliance. Since January 2026, status on Air Canada tickets works entirely on spend, through Status Qualifying Credits (SQC).
At a glance
| Alliance | Star Alliance |
|---|---|
| How you earn | Points and SQC per Canadian dollar of base fare and airline surcharges |
| Status currency | Status Qualifying Credits (SQC) |
| Qualifying period | The calendar year |
| Tiers | 25K, 35K, 50K, 75K, Super Elite |
Earning on Air Canada tickets
| Fare type | SQC per CA$1 |
|---|---|
| Flex and above | 4 |
| Standard | 2 |
| Basic | 0 |
Aeroplan points are 1 per Canadian dollar, rising to 2 for 25K members and up to 6 for Super Elite. Taxes don't count.
Status
| Tier | SQC in the calendar year | Star Alliance status |
|---|---|---|
| 25K | 25,000 | Star Alliance Silver |
| 35K | 35,000 | Star Alliance Gold |
| 50K | 50,000 | Star Alliance Gold |
| 75K | 75,000 | Star Alliance Gold |
| Super Elite | 125,000 | Star Alliance Gold |
Things to watch
- Basic fares earn no status.
- Credit cards help. Aeroplan credit card spending can add up to 25,000 SQC a year.
- Other airlines' tickets earn differently. The rates above assume a ticket issued by Air Canada.
Who it suits
Canada-based travellers and Air Canada flyers. 35K is a relatively accessible route to Star Alliance Gold for people who buy Flex fares.
Check a trip
See what a flight earns in Aeroplan and how far it takes you towards keeping or reaching your tier.
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