American Express · American Express · Aeroplan
Reviewed 2026-07-05 · By The Points Standard editorial team
Amex Aeroplan Card
A solid entry Aeroplan card, usually judged against the TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite on acceptance vs. bonus size.
Standard Score breakdown — Strong
Six weighted components, each rated 0–10. "Contributes" is the rating × weight — add all six and you get the 6.83/10 Standard Score above.
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The numbers
| Annual fee | $120 |
| Welcome bonus | Up to 45,000 Aeroplan points (35,000 on $7.5K/6 mo + 10,000 on $1K in month 13) — offer ends July 28, 2026 |
| Est. bonus value | ≈ $945 |
| First-year net value | ≈ $615 |
Earn rates
| Air Canada and Air Canada Vacations | 2x |
| Dining and food delivery | 1.5x |
| Everything else | 1x |
Why it earns its score
- Direct Aeroplan earning at a mainstream fee
- Free first checked bag on Air Canada
- Preferred pricing on Aeroplan redemptions
Where it loses points
- Amex acceptance gaps
- Reserve and TD Aeroplan VI both out-perk it for flyers who check bags often
Who it's for
Aeroplan collectors who want the entry Amex with a checked-bag perk.
Who should skip it
Your grocery stores don't take Amex — the TD equivalent earns on a Visa.
Included insurance
Travel accident · Flight/baggage delay · Rental car coverage
Source: issuer card page · Last reviewed 2026-07-05. Details change often — confirm current terms with the issuer before applying.