Does Air Canada 35K lounge access?

Beginning June 1, 2023, Aeroplan 35K Members will no longer enjoy complimentary access to Maple Leaf Lounges. As of that date, 35K members can continue to access Maple Leaf Lounges with a One-Time Guest Pass, the purchase of a Business Class fare, or with an eligible Aeroplan credit card.



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For U.S. residents: The Chase Aeroplan® Credit Card does not provide lounge access, however it does include access to Aeroplan 25K status, which offers two Maple Leaf lounge passes.

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Air Canada lounges can only be accessed when flying with Air Canada or Star Alliance partners. Maple Leaf lounges can be accessed by those flying in business class, by frequent flyers, or having the right credit card.

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Travelling on a Premium Economy, Latitude, comfort, or Flex fare? You can purchase Maple Leaf Lounge access when you book your flight with us.

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Air Canada Senior Vice President Mark Nasr says travel behaviors have changed, and that the driver is premium leisure and work flexibility. According to Nasr, it's a new type of travel behavior, NOT premium credit cards, that are the main cause of airport lounge overcrowding. He says this is happening industry wide.

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To enter the lounge, show the agent the pass, either on your mobile device or printed, along with a valid same-day boarding pass and your Aeroplan number – and you're in! Your pass can be used to bring along friends or colleagues, but the Primary or Secondary Cardholder must be entering the lounge as well.

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How to Get Free Airport Lounge Access
  1. Ask a First Class Flyer.
  2. The Airport Lounge Ecosystem.
  3. Private Lounges.
  4. Airline Lounges.
  5. USO Lounges.
  6. Best Credit Cards for Lounge Access.
  7. Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card.
  8. United Explorer Card.


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REVIEW RATING: BEN SAYS: The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is spacious and has a good selection of food & drinks. However, it lacks any special amenities, and could use a refresh.

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Qualifying Customers
  1. Business Class Ticket Holders. ...
  2. Customers travelling in Premium Rouge. ...
  3. Aeroplan Super Elite, Aeroplan 75K and Aeroplan 50K Members. ...
  4. Aeroplan 35K Members. ...
  5. Star Alliance Gold Members. ...
  6. Air Canada Maple Leaf Club Members. ...
  7. Aeroplan Business and Corporate Credit Cardholders using One-Time Guest Pass.


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Enjoy: Complimentary light snacks and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, including beer on tap, cappuccino and espresso. Wide selection of newspapers and magazines.

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If your same-day outbound flight departs after the lounge closes for the day, we will admit you as early as 3 hours prior to the lounge closing, subject to available capacity. Select lounges may allow access to eligible Card Members with a confirmed reservation for any same-day travel (departure or arrival).

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