Is Avion Rewards worth it?
Depends on what you fly and how you bank. Strong fit if any of these apply:
- You want a transferable-currency program tied to an RBC card, keeping points within one banking relationship.
- You have a specific premium cabin target through British Airways Avios, where distance-based pricing can deliver 2–4¢ per point on the right routes.
- You want the flexibility of a fixed-value portal for straightforward trips alongside the option to transfer for bigger-value redemptions.
Less useful if you want high earn rates on everyday categories like groceries or gas, or if your primary airline is Air Canada, where Aeroplan and Amex Membership Rewards offer a deeper partner network.
What can you redeem Avion points for?
Two paths: redeem at a fixed 1¢/pt through the Avion Rewards travel portal (flights, hotels, car rentals — any booking, no award inventory), or transfer to a partner program where the ceiling is higher. Transfers are permanent, so confirm award availability first.
| Partner program | Transfer ratio | Best used for |
|---|---|---|
| British Airways Executive Club (Avios) | 1:1 | Short-haul North America, Europe on BA and partners |
| WestJet Rewards (WestJet Dollars) | 100 pts = $1 WJ$ | WestJet flights, fixed cash value |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 10:7 | AA flights and oneworld partner awards |
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 1:1 | Cathay Pacific premium cabin, oneworld Asia routes |
What is the best way to use Avion points?
For most people: use the portal for everyday trips and reserve transfers for a confirmed premium cabin award where the per-point value is meaningfully above 1¢. Studies showing what Avion Rewards actually does.
How do you earn Avion Rewards points?
Through RBC Avion credit cards.
| Card | Travel earn | All other spend | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBC Avion Visa Infinite | 1.25 pts/$1 | 1 pt/$1 | $120 |
| RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege | 1.25 pts/$1 | 1.25 pts/$1 | $399 |
| RBC Avion Visa Platinum | 1 pt/$1 | 1 pt/$1 | $120 |
What are the best Avion Rewards credit cards?
RBC Avion Visa Infinite
1.25 pts/$1 on travel, 1 pt/$1 everywhere else. $120 annual fee. The standard entry point into the Avion transfer network.
RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege
1.25 pts/$1 on all qualifying purchases. $399 annual fee. Adds lounge access and a larger welcome bonus over the standard Infinite.
RBC Avion Visa Platinum
1 pt/$1 on all spending. $120 annual fee. Access to the Avion transfer network without a Visa Infinite income requirement.
How does Avion Rewards compare to other programs?
TD Rewards redeems at 0.5¢/pt with no transfer partners. Each point is worth less, but the cards earn up to 6 pts/$1 on groceries and restaurants, so points accumulate faster. Simpler, lower ceiling. TD Rewards vs. Avion Rewards: full comparison →
Amex Membership Rewards matches the 1¢/pt portal rate and has a broader transfer network, including Aeroplan.
Aeroplan works on an award chart where the best redemptions return well above 1¢, but require more planning.
Avion fits if you want RBC and the flexibility of transfers without moving to a different bank.