Comparison
Avios vs Aeroplan points
Both are chart-influenced currencies with wide partner access, but they differ most on the cash charges attached to a redemption.
| Factor | Avios | Aeroplan points |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance | oneworld (shared across several airlines) | Star Alliance |
| Pricing model | Distance and reward-level based, varies by programme | Region and distance based chart |
| Carrier surcharges | Often significant on long-haul | Lower on many partner awards |
| Stopovers | Limited on most awards | Permitted on many one-way partner awards for extra points |
| Shared balance | Combinable across Avios programmes | Single programme with family sharing |
Where Avios wins
Short-haul European and partner hops are cheap in Avios, and the shared currency lets you consolidate balances across several airline programmes.
Reward Flight Saver style options cap cash charges on many short routes, which suits frequent regional flyers.
Where Aeroplan wins
On long-haul partner premium cabins, Aeroplan's chart plus lower surcharge pass-through usually produces a lower total cost.
Aeroplan's stopover allowance on one-way partner awards adds genuine itinerary value that Avios programmes rarely match.
Verdict
For short-haul volume and balance consolidation, Avios. For long-haul partner premium cabins with lower cash charges, Aeroplan.
Programmes referenced
Questions
- Can I hold both?
- Yes, and many travellers do — Avios for short-haul, Aeroplan for long-haul partner awards.
- Which has better availability?
- It depends on the operating carrier. Both access broad partner networks within their respective alliances.
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