The value of 30,000 Air Canada Aeroplan points in 2026 is roughly $450 to $600 CAD when redeemed optimally for travel. Aeroplan points are generally valued at about 1.5 to 2.1 cents per point. With 30,000 points, you have enough for a round-trip "short-haul" flight within North America (e.g., Toronto to New York or Vancouver to San Francisco), which typically costs between 12,000 and 20,000 points. Alternatively, 30,000 points could cover a one-way "mid-haul" flight in Economy class or a significant portion of a "Partner" airline booking to Europe or South America. The "sweet spot" for 30,000 points is often using them for short-haul Business Class upgrades or for "sweet spot" routes on partners like United or Lufthansa, where the value-per-point can exceed 2.5 cents. If you redeem these points for gift cards or merchandise, the value drops significantly to about 1 cent per point ($300), which is generally considered a poor use of the points. To maximize your 30,000 points, look for "Preferred Pricing" if you also hold a co-branded Aeroplan credit card.