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Aeroplan Partners with Hertz, Giving Members Another Way to Earn

by Bruce Parkinson  May 07, 2026
Aeroplan Partners with Hertz, Giving Members Another Way to Earn

Aeroplan members can now earn and redeem points with Hertz, dollar and Thrifty.

Aeroplan has announced a new strategic partnership with Hertz, one of the world’s largest vehicle rental companies. 

This collaboration extends across the Hertz, Dollar, and Thrifty brands, and Aeroplan says it is the latest example of its commitment to provide members with more opportunities to earn rewards, unlock premium benefits, and accelerate their journey to Aeroplan Elite Status.

“Car rentals are a natural part of the travel journey, and we’re thrilled to give Aeroplan members more ways to earn and redeem points, while unlocking new benefits along the way,” said Scott O’Leary, AC’s VP of Loyalty & Product. 

“Partnering with Hertz is one of the ways we are delivering on the promise we made when we redesigned Aeroplan, providing choice, convenience, and value that extends their loyalty from the air to the road.”

In addition to new earning opportunities, the partnership unlocks preferred pricing for all Air Canada customers, when reserving car rentals through aircanada.com.

“We’re delighted to partner with Air Canada to deliver even more value to Aeroplan members when they rent from Hertz, Dollar or Thrifty,” said Laura Smith, Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Partnerships at Hertz. “Together, we’re providing premium benefits that will make for a more seamless and rewarding travel experience all around.”

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Aeroplan ranks 8th in a compilation of the world’s most valuable airline loyalty programs.

Through this new partnership, Aeroplan Members can access the following benefits:

  • Aeroplan members earn 2 points per $1 spent on car rentals with Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty.
  • Aeroplan Elite 25K, 35K, and 50K members earn 3 points per $1 spent on Hertz car rentals; Elite 75K members earn 4pts per $1 spent on Hertz car rentals; Super Elite members earn 5pts per $1* on Hertz car rentals.
  • Members receive 1 Status Qualifying Credit (SQC) for every 5 Aeroplan points earned on car rentals.
  • Aeroplan Elite 25K, 35K, and 50K members, along with Aeroplan Core Credit Cardholders, receive complimentary Five Star status in the Hertz Gold+ program+.
  • Aeroplan Elite 75K and Super Elite members, along with Aeroplan Premium Credit Cardholders, receive complimentary President’s Circle status in the Hertz Gold+ program+.

For full details on Aeroplan’s partnership with Hertz and available member benefits, click here.

  
  
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