Transfer Guide — Updated April 2026

Transfer Capital One to Air Canada Aeroplan

Move Capital One Miles to Air Canada Aeroplan at 1:1 — typically worth 1.7 cpp (70% uplift vs the Capital One portal).

AirlineStar AllianceRatio 1:11.7 cpp

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|Points & Miles team|Updated April 2026

Transfer math at a glance

25,000 Capital One Miles

$425

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $250 in the Capital One portal

50,000 Capital One Miles

$850

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $500 in the Capital One portal

100,000 Capital One Miles

$1,700

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $1,000 in the Capital One portal

Sweet spots for this transfer

Aeroplan has been the rising star of transferable-miles programs since its 2020 relaunch. It combines strong Star Alliance availability, generous stopover rules, and the only transatlantic business-class sweet spot bookable for under 90K.

1Transatlantic business for 70K one-way with stopover allowed
2Air Canada domestic intra-Canada short-haul at 7.5K
3Star Alliance partner awards with a $100 stopover

Example redemptions — Capital One → Air Canada Aeroplan

Redemption	Capital One needed	Cash value	cpp
US → Canada short-haul economy SEA → YVR one-way	12,500	$250	2.0 cpp
Transatlantic business one-way YYZ → LHR on Air Canada	70,000	$3,500	5.0 cpp
Transpacific business one-way YVR → NRT on ANA via AC	87,500	$4,500	5.1 cpp

Booking tips

1Use the $100 stopover to add a second destination to any award — extraordinary value.
2Search Star Alliance awards on aeroplan.com — no phone required, best tool in the space.
3Taxes and fees on Air Canada business are modest (~$150) vs Lufthansa (~$600).

Cards that earn Capital One Miles

Capital One Venture X Rewards$395 annual fee · Capital One Capital One Venture Rewards$95 annual fee · Capital One

Other ways to earn Air Canada Aeroplan points

Air Canada Aeroplan also accepts transfers from 3 other transferable-points programs. Compare ratios and use whichever balance you have available.

Chase UR → Air Canada Aeroplan1:1 ratio · 1.7 cpp Amex MR → Air Canada Aeroplan1:1 ratio · 1.7 cpp Bilt → Air Canada Aeroplan1:1 ratio · 1.7 cpp

Frequently asked questions

What is the transfer ratio from Capital One to Air Canada Aeroplan?⌄

Capital One Miles transfers to Air Canada Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio. 50,000 Capital One Miles become 50,000 Air Canada Aeroplan points/miles.

What is the transfer typically worth?⌄

Air Canada Aeroplan points redeem at approximately 1.7 cents per point when used for airline awards. That makes a 50,000-point transfer worth about $850 in travel value — an 70% uplift over the Capital One portal (1 cpp).

How long does the Capital One to Air Canada Aeroplan transfer take?⌄

Most transfers from Capital One to Air Canada Aeroplan post within minutes to 24 hours. Confirm partner availability first — transfers are not reversible, so lock in the award before moving points.

Which credit cards earn Capital One Miles?⌄

The Capital One Venture X Rewards, Capital One Venture Rewards all earn Capital One Miles that transfer to Air Canada Aeroplan.

Is it better to transfer or use the Capital One portal?⌄

Transferring to Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp beats the Capital One portal rate of 1 cpp when you find saver or award availability. For everyday redemptions (especially partner awards with good space), transfer is the higher-value path.