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Air Canada Aeroplan vs Etihad Guest
Verified June 2026
At a Glance
| Feature | Aeroplan | Etihad Guest |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | Aeroplan Points | Guest Miles |
| Airline | Air Canada | Etihad Airways |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None (independent) |
| Hub | Toronto (YYZ) / Montreal (YUL) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) |
| Award Type | Dynamic + fixed partner chart | Dynamic pricing |
| Earning Rate | Variable by fare class | 1 mile per $1 spent |
| Transfer Partners | Amex MR, Chase UR, Capital One, Bilt | Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP, Bilt |
Aeroplan
Strengths
- Excellent Star Alliance partner chart
- Stopover and open-jaw flexibility
- No fuel surcharges on many partners
Weaknesses
- Dynamic pricing on AC metal
- Complex search interface
- Canadian-centric routing
Etihad Guest
Strengths
- Business class apartments on A380
- Good partner airline options
- Transfer bonus promotions
Weaknesses
- Dynamic pricing can be expensive
- Reduced A380 fleet
- Limited route network
Sample Award Pricing
Aeroplan Rates (from Toronto (YYZ) / Montreal (YUL))
| Destination | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| Calgary | 10,000 | 25,000 | -- |
| Montreal | 10,000 | 25,000 | -- |
| New York | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| Chicago | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| Washington DC | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
Etihad Guest Rates (from Abu Dhabi (AUH))
| Destination | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | -- | -- | -- |
| Manchester | -- | -- | -- |
| Dublin | -- | -- | -- |
| Paris | -- | -- | -- |
| Amsterdam | -- | -- | -- |
| Brussels | -- | -- | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way off-peak/standard prices. Actual costs vary by date and availability.
Transfer Partner Access
Which credit card programs can transfer points to each loyalty program:
| Credit Card Program | Aeroplan | Etihad Guest |
|---|---|---|
| Amex MR | ||
| Bilt | ||
| Capital One | ||
| Chase UR | ||
| Citi TYP |
Which Program Should You Choose?
Choose Aeroplan if...
- You fly primarily with Air Canada or Star Alliance partners
- You have points with Amex MR or Chase UR
- You value: Excellent Star Alliance partner chart
Choose Etihad Guest if...
- You fly primarily with Etihad Airways or None (independent) partners
- You have points with Amex MR or Capital One
- You value: Business class apartments on A380
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