The Chase Aeroplan Credit Card just bumped its welcome bonus to 75,000 points after you spend $4,000 in your first three months. That's a 25% increase from the standard 60,000-point offer, and this is the best public bonus we've seen since early 2025.

This limited-time promotion runs through June 10, 2026, giving you less than eight weeks to apply if you've been eyeing this card.

Why This Bonus Matters

At our valuation of 1.5 cents per Aeroplan point, this 75,000-point bonus is worth approximately $1,125 in travel. But here's where it gets interesting—Aeroplan points often deliver better value than that baseline when you book partner airlines.

A one-way business class seat from New York to Geneva on SWISS can cost as few as 60,000 Aeroplan points. Cash prices for that same seat regularly top $3,000. With this bonus alone, you're covering that flight with 15,000 points left over—that's a value of roughly 5 cents per point.

Similarly, you could book roundtrip economy to Europe during off-peak dates for around 60,000 points total, or use the entire bonus for a premium cabin experience to Asia on airlines like ANA or EVA Air.

What You're Getting Beyond the Bonus

The Aeroplan card itself carries a $95 annual fee, which is reasonable given what you receive:

You'll earn 3x points on Air Canada purchases, dining (including takeout and delivery), and grocery stores. Everything else earns 1x. The earning structure isn't revolutionary, but the perks punch above the fee level.

First, you get automatic Aeroplan 25K status for the remainder of this calendar year plus all of next year. That status includes priority check-in, preferred seating, and other benefits on Air Canada flights. You can extend it beyond that by spending $15,000 per calendar year on the card.

Second, you and up to eight companions traveling on the same reservation get a free first checked bag on Air Canada flights. For a family of four taking two trips per year, that benefit alone could save $200-300 annually.

The card also includes a statement credit covering Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, or NEXUS application fees—useful for frequent travelers who don't already have these.

The Spending Requirement Reality Check

You need to spend $4,000 in three months to earn the bonus. That's about $1,333 per month, which should be manageable if you're paying regular bills and expenses with the card. Just don't manufacture spending or carry a balance to hit the threshold—that defeats the entire purpose.

The previous 60,000-point offer only required $3,000 in spending, so you're putting in an extra $1,000 for an additional 15,000 points. At 1.5 cents per point, that's $225 in value for $1,000 in natural spending you'd do anyway. The math works if you were planning to apply regardless.

Strategic Considerations

If you're under Chase's 5/24 rule (you've opened fewer than five credit cards across all issuers in the past 24 months), this card counts toward that limit. Make sure you're prioritizing correctly—cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred or Ink Business Preferred might offer more flexibility if you're still building your Chase relationship.

However, if you specifically want Aeroplan points for Star Alliance redemptions, or if you frequently fly Air Canada, this bonus makes the Aeroplan card worth a slot.

Also worth noting: Aeroplan points never expire as long as you have qualifying activity (earning or redeeming points) at least once every 18 months. Since this card earns points on every purchase, you won't need to worry about expiration.

Timeline Pressure

June 10, 2026 is your deadline. Chase typically doesn't extend these increased offers, and we've seen them drop back to lower levels immediately after the end date. If you're interested, apply for the Chase Aeroplan card before early June to allow processing time.

The 75,000-point bonus represents a legitimate opportunity for anyone looking to book premium cabin travel on Star Alliance airlines or stretch their points on Air Canada routes. Just make sure the card fits your broader strategy before applying.

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