Where to credit Air Canada flights
Air Canada flights can earn miles in 21 frequent flyer programs, and the one that pays the most depends on your booking class. In business class, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 241.4% of the distance flown in class C. In premium economy, Air China PhoenixMiles earns the most, up to 177.03% of the distance flown in class E. The cheapest economy classes, like G, earn at most 80.47%. Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 earns 1 miles per Canadian dollar on tickets Air Canada issues, so on expensive tickets it can beat every partner.
Programs that earn
21
Booking classes
22
Best economy rate
160.93% of distance
Base member, best class
Own program earns
1 miles per Canadian dollar
Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
Air Canada business class: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Ethiopian ShebaMiles 200% 路 Miles&More 200% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| D | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Ethiopian ShebaMiles 200% 路 Miles&More 200% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| J | 241.4% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Ethiopian ShebaMiles 200% 路 Miles&More 200% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| P | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Ethiopian ShebaMiles 200% 路 TAP Miles&Go 200% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| Z | 201.17% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 200% 路 Ethiopian ShebaMiles 200% 路 United MileagePlus 175% | 1 Miles/CAD |
Air Canada economy: miles by booking class
Base member rates as a share of the distance flown. Elite members earn more in most programs. Pick a class to see miles for your route.
| Class | Most miles | Also strong | Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 United MileagePlus 125% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| G basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| H basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% 路 Asiana Club 100% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| K basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Copa Airlines ConnectMiles 50% 路 GOL A茅reos Smiles 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| L basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| M basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% 路 Asiana Club 100% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| Q basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% 路 Asiana Club 100% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| S basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| T basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 80.47% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 50% 路 ANA Mileage Club 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| U basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 120.7% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 100% 路 Air India Maharaja Club 100% 路 Asiana Club 100% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| V basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 100% Aegean Miles+Bonus, Air India Maharaja Club, Asiana Club +9 more | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% 路 United MileagePlus 75% 路 ANA Mileage Club 70% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| W basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 100% Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles | Air China PhoenixMiles 80.47% 路 United MileagePlus 75% 路 Aegean Miles+Bonus 50% | 1 Miles/CAD |
| Y basic, flex, comfort, latitude, standard | 160.93% Air China PhoenixMiles | Aegean Miles+Bonus 150% 路 Miles&More 150% 路 United MileagePlus 125% | 1 Miles/CAD |
Programs you can credit Air Canada flights to
Every program with an earning chart for this airline. Whether you can join one depends on the program.
- ANA Mileage Club
- Aegean Miles+Bonus
- Air Canada Aeroplan 2026
- Air China PhoenixMiles
- Air India Maharaja Club
- Asiana Club
- Avianca LifeMiles
- Azul TodoAzul
- Cathay Marco Polo Club / Asia Miles
- Copa Airlines ConnectMiles
- Egyptair Plus
- Ethiopian ShebaMiles
- Etihad Guest
- Eva Air Infinity MileageLands
- GOL A茅reos Smiles
- Miles&More
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
- TAP Miles&Go
- Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- United MileagePlus
Frequently asked questions
Which frequent flyer program should I credit Air Canada flights to?
It depends on the booking class on your ticket. Across Air Canada's 22 booking classes, Air China PhoenixMiles, Etihad Guest and Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles most often pay the most. Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 earns by price instead (1 miles per Canadian dollar for members without status), so it wins on expensive tickets. Enter your flight in the Flight Creditor to compare every program for your exact fare.
How many miles do Air Canada economy tickets earn?
In the best partner program, Air Canada economy earns from 80.47% (class G) up to 160.93% (class B) of the distance flown. Full-fare classes earn the most and deep-discount classes the least.
How many miles does Air Canada business class earn?
Up to 241.4% of the distance flown, in Air China PhoenixMiles on class C. Most partner programs pay 125% or more on full-fare premium classes, plus elite bonuses on top.
Can I credit Air Canada flights to Air China PhoenixMiles?
Yes. Air China PhoenixMiles earns on 21 booking classes on Air Canada. For example, class C earns 241.4%, class D earns 241.4%, class J earns 241.4% and class P earns 201.17% of the distance flown, before elite bonuses.
Does Air Canada earn miles by distance or by ticket price?
Both, depending on where you credit. Air Canada Aeroplan 2026 earns by price on tickets Air Canada issues (1 miles per Canadian dollar for members without status, more with elite status). Partner programs earn a percentage of the distance flown, set by the booking class.
Where to credit other Star Alliance airlines
Earning charts from wheretocredit.com, updated October 31, 2026. Programs change their partner charts without much notice, so confirm on the program's own earning page before you rely on a rate.