Do Aeroplan members get priority check-in?

Primary Cardholders, Additional Cardholders, and travel companions (up to eight) travelling on the same reservation will receive priority check-in for any trip that originates on an Air Canada flight. Get on board your flight earlier.



As of early 2026, priority check-in is not a benefit for general Aeroplan members; it is reserved exclusively for those with Aeroplan Elite Status (25K and above) or holders of premium Aeroplan-affiliated credit cards. If you hold Aeroplan 25K, 35K, 50K, 75K, or Super Elite status, you have access to dedicated priority check-in lanes at most airports served by Air Canada and Star Alliance partners. Additionally, premium cardholders (such as the American Express Aeroplan Reserve or TD/CIBC Visa Infinite Privilege) can use these lanes regardless of their elite status. For the millions of general members, check-in is handled via the standard economy queues or self-service kiosks. For 2026 travelers, the "fastest" way to unlock this perk without flying 25,000 miles is by spending $15,000 annually on a co-branded Chase or American Express card to earn "Everyday Status."

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Priority Security Clearance The service is available to: passengers travelling in Business Class and. Aeroplan Super Elite, Aeroplan 75K, Aeroplan 50K and Aeroplan 35K customers travelling in Economy Class (at most airports). Star Alliance Gold members (at airports offering Star Gold Track)

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