Transfer Guide — Updated April 2026

Transfer Chase UR to Air Canada Aeroplan

Move Ultimate Rewards to Air Canada Aeroplan at 1:1 — typically worth 1.7 cpp (36% uplift vs the Chase UR portal). Sweet spot: Stopover routes.

AirlineStar AllianceRatio 1:11.7 cpp

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|Points & Miles team|Updated April 2026

Transfer math at a glance

25,000 Ultimate Rewards

$425

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $313 in the Chase UR portal

50,000 Ultimate Rewards

$850

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $625 in the Chase UR portal

100,000 Ultimate Rewards

$1,700

via Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp

vs $1,250 in the Chase UR 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 — Chase UR → Air Canada Aeroplan

Redemption	Chase UR 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 Ultimate Rewards

Chase Sapphire Preferred$95 annual fee · Chase Chase Sapphire Reserve$550 annual fee · Chase Chase Freedom UnlimitedNo annual fee · Chase Chase Ink Business Preferred$95 annual fee · Chase Chase Freedom FlexNo annual fee · Chase

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.

Amex MR → Air Canada Aeroplan1:1 ratio · 1.7 cpp Capital One → 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 Chase UR to Air Canada Aeroplan?⌄

Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to Air Canada Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio. 50,000 Ultimate Rewards 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 36% uplift over the Chase UR portal (1.25 cpp).

How long does the Chase UR to Air Canada Aeroplan transfer take?⌄

Most transfers from Chase UR 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 Ultimate Rewards?⌄

The Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Freedom Unlimited and 2 more all earn Ultimate Rewards that transfer to Air Canada Aeroplan.

What is the sweet spot for Chase UR → Air Canada Aeroplan?⌄

The most cited sweet spot is Stopover routes. Transatlantic business for 70K one-way with stopover allowed

Is it better to transfer or use the Chase UR portal?⌄

Transferring to Air Canada Aeroplan at 1.7 cpp beats the Chase UR portal rate of 1.25 cpp when you find saver or award availability. For everyday redemptions (especially partner awards with good space), transfer is the higher-value path.