Head to head · Reviewed 2026-07-06 · By The Points Standard editorial team
RBC British Airways Visa Infinite vs RBC Avion Visa Infinite
Two cards, one Standard Score rubric. The RBC Avion Visa Infinite scores higher overall at 7.2/10 — but the right pick depends on which components match your spending.
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| RBC British Airways Visa Infinite | RBC Avion Visa Infinite | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Score | 6.7/10 · Strong | 7.2/10 · Strong |
| Annual fee | $165 | $120 |
| Welcome bonus | Up to 60,000 Avios (30,000 on $5K/3 mo + 30,000 on $5K/6 mo) — offer ends August 4, 2026 | Up to 70,000 Avion points (35,000 on approval, 20,000 with spend, 15,000 at anniversary) |
| Est. bonus value | ≈ $1,020 | ≈ $1,120 |
| First-year net value | ≈ $855 | ≈ $1,000 |
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| Points currency | Avios | RBC Avion |
| No FX fees | No | No |
| Lounge access | No | No |
Where the RBC British Airways Visa Infinite wins
- First-year value — scores 8.0/10 on this component
Where the RBC Avion Visa Infinite wins
- Ongoing value — scores 6.0/10 on this component
- Flexibility — scores 7.5/10 on this component
- Perk usability — scores 7.0/10 on this component
- Low friction — scores 8.5/10 on this component
- Strategic fit — scores 7.0/10 on this component
The verdict
Same bank, opposite philosophies. Avios is a specialist currency — short-haul partner awards can clear 3¢, but only if you know the program; Avion is the safe generalist with a dependable chart floor and WestJet and Avios transfers to keep options open. Points hobbyists take the British Airways card; everyone else should take the Avion.
Read the full reviews: RBC British Airways Visa Infinite and RBC Avion Visa Infinite, or see how both rank in Best Airline Credit Cards in Canada.