If a lie-flat bed to Brussels sounds like a dream, this award alert is your wake-up call.

Brussels Airlines is currently showing wide-open business class availability from multiple U.S. East Coast cities all the way through October 2026, and you can lock it down through Air Canada Aeroplan for as few as 60,000 points plus $58 in taxes and fees per person, one-way. That's a remarkable price for a transatlantic flat-bed experience, and the availability window covers peak summer travel.

Here's everything you need to act fast.

The Deal: What You're Getting

Brussels Airlines operates its transatlantic routes on the Airbus A330-300, fitted with a lie-flat business class cabin in an alternating 1-2-1 and 2-2-1 configuration. Every seat has direct aisle access, which is more than you can say for a lot of carriers in this price range. You'll get meals, lounge access in Brussels, and a proper bed for what amounts to a reasonable points outlay by any measure.

Award pricing through Aeroplan:

• Business class: 60,000 points + $58 in fees, one-way
• Economy class: 35,000 points + $58 in fees, one-way

The math isn't complicated. For 25,000 extra points, you get a flat bed, real food, and a significantly better start to your Belgian vacation. Business class is the obvious call here. If you want a deeper breakdown of when business class is actually worth the premium, our guide on upgrading to business and first class is a good starting point.

Key details at a glance:

• Program: Air Canada Aeroplan
• Carrier: Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance)
• Routes: Washington Dulles (IAD) to Brussels (BRU); check Newark (EWR) and other East Coast gateways for additional options
• Travel window: June through October 2026
• Available seats: Up to 5 in business class per flight — enough for small groups or families
• Fees: ~$58 per person each way

How to Find the Space and Book It

Start your search at Seats.aero, which aggregates award availability across programs and lets you scan multiple dates at once without clicking through Aeroplan one day at a time. Look for flights showing Aeroplan availability (labeled "AC") in the business cabin on IAD-BRU routes. Availability has been strong across summer and into fall, but seats at this price don't sit forever, especially with up to 5 per flight drawing attention.

Once you've identified your dates, head directly to Air Canada's Aeroplan website to complete the booking. The process is straightforward: search the route, confirm the points price matches what you found on Seats.aero, and pay your ~$58 in taxes at checkout.

One thing to check: If you're connecting from another U.S. city, Aeroplan allows partner connections in awards, which can significantly expand your routing options without bumping up the price dramatically. Worth exploring if you're not near IAD.

How to Get 60,000 Aeroplan Points Fast

Aeroplan is one of the most transfer-friendly programs in existence. Every major transferable currency sends points to Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio, meaning your existing stash of Chase, Amex, Capital One, or Bilt points can become Aeroplan points in minutes. Our Chase Points Complete Guide and Capital One Rewards Complete Guide both cover the transfer process in detail if you need a walkthrough.

Here's how each program stacks up for getting to 60,000 points:

Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to Aeroplan at 1:1. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® is the easiest entry point — solid welcome bonus, broad transfer partner access, and a reasonable annual fee. The Chase Sapphire Reserve® earns faster on travel and dining if you're already a heavy spender in those categories. Both cards transfer directly to Aeroplan. If you want a deeper look at how to move your points, check our guide on transferring Chase Ultimate Rewards to airline and hotel partners.

Amex Membership Rewards also transfers to Aeroplan at 1:1. The Amex Platinum Card® earns 5x on flights booked directly with airlines, which accelerates your balance quickly if you fly regularly. The American Express® Gold Card pulls in 4x at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets — both are effective ways to build a balance without starting from scratch.

Capital One Miles transfer to Aeroplan at 1:1 as well. The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card earns 2x on every purchase and 5x on flights booked through Capital One Travel, making it a strong everyday earner for this kind of redemption.

Finally, the co-branded Aeroplan® Credit Card earns Aeroplan points directly at 3x on dining, grocery stores, and Air Canada purchases. If you're planning to use Aeroplan regularly, it's worth keeping in your wallet specifically for this program.

The point: if you've been earning with almost any major travel card, you likely have a path to 60,000 Aeroplan points without starting from zero.

Why This Deal Stands Out

Transatlantic business class awards through major U.S. programs typically run 70,000 to 88,000 points per person on partner carriers. Getting a lie-flat bed to Europe for 60,000 points is genuinely good value, especially through summer when award rates on other programs surge or availability dries up completely.

Belgium itself is also an underrated destination. Brussels is a surprisingly accessible hub for exploring the country, and its architecture, food scene, and central location in Western Europe make it a strong base for a longer trip. From Brussels, you're an easy train ride from Amsterdam, Paris, and London. If this is your first time planning a European trip on points, our 6 Essentials to Get Right on Your First Trip to Europe is worth a read before you book.

Book now. Seats at this price point and with this much availability are not permanent fixtures. When the word gets out, those five business class seats per flight disappear.

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