Air Canada

Travel with Air Canada and set your Velocity Points flying.

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Earn Points with
Air Canada

Velocity is proud to partner with Air Canada - Canada’s largest domestic and international airline, servicing more than 180 destinations worldwide.

Our partnership allows you to earn Velocity Points between Australia and Canada, the U.S.A, Central America and other destinations serviced by Air Canada. Velocity members can earn when flying on eligible Air Canada-operated flights with a VA2 or AC flight number. Velocity members can fly with Air Canada directly from Australia to Vancouver, with connecting points across Air Canada’s network.

How many Points will I earn?

Earn Points per mile flown when you travel in an eligible class on Air Canada1

The number of Velocity Points you earn with Air Canada is based on the fare class and the number of miles you are travelling, so the higher your fare type, the more Points you earn. Use our Mileage calculator to determine the number of miles you will fly then refer to the tables below to know your Points earn rate.

To make a booking please visit aircanada.com or virginaustralia.com or contact your preferred travel agent and enter your Velocity Frequent Flyer Member details at the time of booking.

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Air Canada operated flight with a VA flight number for travel from 04 May 2023

Fare Type Virgin Australia (VA) Fare Class
 Points Earn Rate Per Mile
Business
 J, C, D 2
Flex Y, B, W, H, K, L
 1
Choice R, E, O, N, V, P^, Q^, T^, I^, S^
 0.5

^Velocity members will not earn Velocity Points, Status Credits or Eligible Sectors for the portion of the flight that is operated internally within Canada in fare classes P,Q,T,I,S

 Air Canada operated flights within Canada with an AC flight number – Travel from 23 March 2022

Fare Type Fare Class Points Earn Rate Per Mile
Business
 J 1.5
Business
 C, D, Z, P
 1.25
Premium Economy
 O, E
 1.10
Premium Economy
 A 1
Economy Y, B, M, U, H, Q, V 1
Economy W 0.5
Economy S, T, L, K, G
 0

Air Canada international operated flights (including USA) with an AC flight number – Travel from 23 March 2022

Fare Type Fare Class Points Earn Rate Per Mile
Business
 J 1.5
Business
 C, D, Z, P
 1.25
Premium Economy
 O, E
 1.10
Premium Economy
 A 1
Economy Y, B, M, U, H, Q, V 1
Economy W, G, S, T, L, K 0.5

To ensure you earn Velocity Points, make sure you enter your Velocity membership number when making your booking or present your My Velocity Card at check-in.

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Popular Destinations

In need of a holiday? See some destinations to fly to, along with the number of Points you will earn when flying on Air Canada with a VA flight number below.

  • Brisbane to Toronto (via Vancouver)

    9,446 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Brisbane to Toronto (via Vancouver)

    9,446 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

  • Sydney to Montreal (via Vancouver)

    10,056 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Sydney to Montreal (via Vancouver)

    10,056 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

  • Sydney to Vancouver

    7,788 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Sydney to Vancouver

    7,788 Points

    Based on a return economy N class fare

Velocity Points cannot be earned on:

  • Reward seat bookings
  • Charter flight bookings
  • Fare classes other than as specified above
  • Codeshare flights (other than an Air Canada operated flight with a VA flight number or a Virgin Australia operated flight with an AC flight number)
  • Upgraded fares: Members travelling on upgraded fares that were purchased with Points or by bidding for an upgrade will earn as per the rules of the original fare class purchased.

Claim missing Points

To ensure you automatically earn Velocity Points on your eligible travel, add your Velocity membership number to your booking prior to travel. You can add your Velocity membership number when you book your flight or call the airline directly to get it added to your booking or present your My Velocity Card at check-in.
It can take up to 14 days after your flight for your Points to be added to your Account.

Flown recently and missing some Points?

If your Points have not been credited after 14 days, or if you forgot to add your Velocity membership number prior to travelling, you can submit a missing Points claim by logging into your Velocity Account and following the steps provided.

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Earn Status with Air Canada

Earn Status Credits when you travel in an eligible fare class on Air Canada-operated flights with a VA or AC flight number. The Status Credits you earn will depend on where you fly and the fare purchased2. 

Calculate the number of Status Credits you can earn by using our Mileage Calculator to determine the number of miles you are flying. Then refer to the table below with your chosen Fare Type.

To make a booking please visit aircanada.com or virginaustralia.com or contact your preferred travel agent and enter your Velocity Frequent Flyer Member details at the time of booking.

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How many Status Credits will I earn?

Air Canada operated flight with a VA flight number for travel from 04 May 2023

One-way Miles (zone) Choice
 Flex
 Business
0 - 750 (1) 15 20 40
751 - 1,500 (2) 20 30 60
1,501 - 3,000 (3) 25 50 80
3,001 - 5,000 (4) 35 60 120
5,001 - 8,000 (5) 45 80 160
8,001 + (6) 55 100 200

Note -

  • Eligible fare classes for Choice are R, E, O, N, V, P^, Q^, T^, I^, S^
  • Eligible fare classes for Flex are Y, B, W, H, K, L
  • Eligible fare classes for Business are J, C, D.

^Velocity members will not earn Velocity Points, Status Credits or Eligible Sectors for the portion of the flight that is operated internally within Canada in fare classes P,Q,T,I,S

Air Canada operated flights within Canada with an AC flight number – Travel from 23 March 2022

One-way Miles (zone) Discount Economy
 Economy 
 Premium Economy Business
0 - 750 (1) 10 20 30 40
751 - 1,500 (2) 15 30 45 60
1,501 - 3,000 (3) 20 40 60 80
3,001 - 5,000 (4) 30 60 90 120
5,001 - 8,000 (5) 40 80 120 160
8,001 + (6) 50 100 150 200

Notes:

Travel from 23 March 2022
The following fare classes for Discount Economy are ineligible for Status Credit earn: S, T, L, K, G.
Eligible fare classes for Discount Economy W.
Eligible fare classes for Economy Y, B, M, U, H, Q, V
Eligible fare classes for Premium Economy O, E, A
Eligible fare classes for Business J, C, D, Z, P.

Air Canada international operated flights (including USA) with an AC flight number – Travel from 23 March 2022

One-way Miles (zone) Discount Economy
 Economy
 Premium Economy Business
0 - 750 (1) 10 20 30 40
751 - 1,500 (2) 15 30 45 60
1,501 - 3,000 (3) 20 40 60 80
3,001 - 5,000 (4) 30 60 90 120
5,001 - 8,000 (5) 40 80 120 160
8,001 + (6) 50 100 150 200

Note:
Travel from 23 March 2022
Eligible fare classes for Discount Economy W, G, S, T, L, K
Eligible fare classes for Economy Y, B, M, U, H, Q, V
Eligible fare classes for Premium Economy O, E, A
Eligible fare classes for Business J, C, D, Z, P.

To ensure you earn Velocity Points, make sure you enter your Velocity membership number when making your booking or present your My Velocity Card at check-in.

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Popular Destinations

In need of a holiday? See some destinations to fly to, along with the number of Status Credits you will earn when flying on Air Canada with a VA flight number below.

  • Brisbane to Toronto (via Vancouver)

    140 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Brisbane to Toronto (via Vancouver)

    140 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

  • Sydney to Montreal (via Vancouver)

    140 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Sydney to Montreal (via Vancouver)

    140 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

  • Sydney to Vancouver

    90 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

    Sydney to Vancouver

    90 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy N class fare

Velocity Status Benefits with Air Canada

Enjoy benefits that are tailored to your Velocity membership level.

Carry your My Velocity Card with you at all times to ensure seamless access to your travel benefits when travelling with Air Canada.

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    Benefits for Silver Status members

    • Up to 50% Bonus Points on miles flown3

      Up to 50% Bonus Points on miles flown3

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    Benefits for Gold Status members

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    Benefits for Platinum members

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Velocity Status Credits cannot be earned on:

  • Reward Seat bookings
  • Charter flight bookings
  • Fare classes other than as specified above
  • Codeshare flights (other than an Air Canada-operated flight with a VA flight number or a Virgin Australia-operated flight with an AC flight number)
  • Upgraded fares: Members travelling on upgraded fares that were purchased with Points or by bidding for an upgrade will earn as per the rules of the original fare class purchased.

Redeem your Velocity Points with Air Canada


Velocity members are able to redeem Points for flights across the Air Canada network, including between Sydney/Brisbane and Vancouver.

Note that the routes operated by Air Canada may be subject to COVID-19 restrictions, and not all flights will have Reward Seats available. Available travel dates will vary for each route.

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How many Points do I need for a Reward Seat?
 
  • Use our Mileage Calculator to determine the number of Points you will need, based on the distance you will fly
  • Refer to the tables to see the minimum amount of Points required for each fare class

Redeem Velocity Points with Air Canada

In need of a holiday? See some of our most popular destinations to fly to, along with the number of Points you will need to book a Reward Seat on Air Canada

  • Vancouver to Los Angeles

    14,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $94.70 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

    Vancouver to Los Angeles

    14,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $94.70 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

  • Sydney to Vancouver

    56,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $92.16 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

    Sydney to Vancouver

    56,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $92.16 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

  • Vancouver to Montreal

    20,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $27.10 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

    Vancouver to Montreal

    20,000 Points

    Based on a one-way Economy Class Reward Seat plus $27.10 in taxes, fees and carrier charges*

*The quoted redemption fares are correct as at 10 January 2023 and are subject to change. Fares are subject to availability. Points values are based on one-way Economy Class Reward Seat fares with Air Canada and must be booked on the Velocity website (https://experience.velocityfrequentflyer.com/flying-status/use-points-for-flights). Taxes, fees and carrier charges are payable in addition to Velocity Points redeemed. Price may vary until ticketed. Reward Seats and associated charges are not eligible for Points earn. Seats are limited and may not be available at peak times or on all flights. Payment surcharge may apply.  You can change or get a refund for your booking by paying a fee and any fare difference, at least 24 hours before scheduled departure. You may also request a refund for other reasons, including under the Australian Consumer Law. View the Velocity Rewards Seat fare rules for more information. Some flights may be operated by a partner airline. Different baggage allowances and conditions may apply to these flights. Full terms and conditions at velocityfrequentflyer.com. To learn exact taxes, fees and carrier charges applicable to your route, please visit virginaustralia.com and select ‘Use Points’ when searching your flight or contact our Membership Contact Centre.

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Important Information for travelling overseas

Australian Government Travel Restrictions

The Australian Government has currently implemented international travel restrictions for Australia.

We recommend checking the latest information and advice on the relevant Government websites. The Australian Government information is available at the Border Force website, Department of Health website and Smartraveller.

Air Canada Travel Requirements

When flying with Air Canada, we recommend you check travel requirements for entering Canada or your destination of choice, and any requirements before boarding your flight.
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Terms & Conditions:

1. Earn rates are correct as at 26 April 2023 and are subject to change. Flights are governed by the operating carrier's terms and conditions, which can be viewed on the operating carrier's websites. Members travelling on Upgraded fares purchased with Points or any other subsidised means of Upgrades on Virgin Australia or our partner airlines will earn Points based on originally purchased fare classes. Check the Velocity Terms and Conditions for details about earning Points.

2. For some Choice fares booked on Virgin Australia marketed/Air Canada operated flights, Velocity members will not earn Velocity Points, Status Credits or Eligible Sectors for the portion of the flight that is operated internally within Canada.  For more information please visit Earn Points with Air Canada prior to booking your flight.

3. When flying on an Air Canada operated flight with a VA flight number. Velocity members will not earn Velocity Points, Status Credits or Eligible Sectors for the portion of the VA flight that is operated internally within Canada in fare classes P,Q,T,I,S