Using Aeroplan Points to Fly to India
How to earn and redeem Air Canada Aeroplan points for flights to India.
Last updated: November 2026
Using Aeroplan Points for India Flights
Aeroplan is Canada's most valuable loyalty program for India flights. Here's how to maximize it.
How Many Points Do You Need?
Economy: 60,000-90,000 points round-trip (depends on season and routing). Business: 100,000-150,000 points round-trip. Points vary based on dynamic pricing — flexible dates help.
Best Ways to Earn Aeroplan Points
TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite: Earn up to 1.5 points per dollar. Amex Cobalt: Transfer Amex MR points to Aeroplan at 1:1 ratio. Everyday spending: 1 point per dollar on all purchases with an Aeroplan credit card.
Star Alliance Partners for India
Air Canada (direct flights), Air India (Star Alliance member — nonstop options), Lufthansa (via Frankfurt), Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul). All bookable using Aeroplan points on aircanada.com.
Tips for Award Availability
Search 330 days in advance for best availability. Be flexible with dates (± 3 days). Try routing via different hubs (Frankfurt, Istanbul, Tokyo). One-way awards often have better availability than round-trips.