Air Canada's loyalty program has officially added Oman Air and Air Mauritius as its newest airline partners as of 14DEC, bringing Aeroplan's list of airline travel partners to more than 40.
Oman Air is the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman. The airline operates flights from its hub in Muscat (MCT), Oman throughout the Mid-East, several European gateways, the Indian Sub-Continent, South Asia, as well as to adventure destinations in Africa.
Air Mauritius is the national carrier of the Republic of Mauritius. The airline operates flights to its European gateways CGD and LHR, as well as to BOM, JNB, Madagascar, RUN and RRG.
These new partnerships expand Aeroplan’s coverage in the region and gives members access to even more air products. Members will be able to earn on or redeem for Oman Air’s Apex Suite in the Business Class cabin, as well as the Private Suite in the First Class cabin. Air Mauritius is the first airline in the world to operate both the new generation Airbus A350-900 and A330-900neo and expands Aeroplan’s presence, giving members more choice for airlines serving premium leisure destinations in the Indian Ocean vicinity.
The Aeroplan accrual chart for flights operated by Oman Air only can be found below:
| Class of service | Eligible booking classes | Aeroplan points (% of miles flown) |
| First Class | P,F | 150% |
| Business Class | J, C, D, R | 125% |
| Economy Class | Y, H, M, B | 100% |
| K, I, Q, T | 50% | |
| N, L, U, O, G | 25% |
For the chart above, Aeroplan notes that members can earn points based on distance flown on all scheduled flights operated by Oman Air, and that Aeroplan Elite Status qualifying is not applicable.
Initially, Aeroplan Members will only be able to redeem for Air Mauritius flights. Accrual of Aeroplan points is anticipated to be launched in early 2022.
In terms of Aeroplan Flight Rewards on both Oman Air and Air Mauritius flights, the loyalty program notes the following:
- Flights will be priced based on Aeroplan’s pricing for partner airlines.
- Travel advisors will be able to book Oman Air and Air Mauritius flights online though Air Canada or via Aeroplan’s Contact Centre.
- Flights can be combined with flights operated by Air Canada and its other international airline partners.
- Oman Air flights are eligible for redemption in First, Business, and Economy classes.
- Air Mauritius flights are eligible for redemption in Business and Economy classes
- The partner booking fee will apply for flight rewards which include travel on Oman Air or Air Mauritius.
The addition of Oman Air and Air Mauritius are the ninth and tenth new airlines to join Aeroplan since JUN 2020.
For more information, visit Aeroplan's web site.
