Convert RBC Avion to AAdvantage miles with 15% bonus

RBC Avion cardholders have between August 4 and September 3, 2026, 11:59 pm (PST) to take advantage of a special offer to convert Avion points into American Airlines AAdvantage® miles with a 15% bonus.

The standard transfer ratio from Avion to AAdvantage is 1:0.75 (10 Avion points = 7.5 AAdvantage miles). During this promotion, the bonus boosts the rate to 10 Avion points = 8.05 AAdvantage miles. This is a limited-time opportunity to access one of the most valuable airline loyalty currencies available to Canadians.

This is the third year in a row we’ve seen this promotion pop up and is one of my favourite times of year in the Canadian credit card world. Happy transferring!

Convert RBC Avion to AAdvantage

Avion cardholders can convert a minimum of  5,000 Avion points via the RBC Rewards portal or by calling 1-800-769-2512. Note that while the official timeline for the transfer is four weeks, the transfer amount typically reflects on the AA account in 3-5 days.

Convert RBC Avion to Airline Miles

This time around, the 15% bonus is coded directly into the portal, and you’ll see the number in “Converted Total” with the 15% bonus already baked in. Transfers are final and irreversible, and your AAdvantage account name must match your RBC Avion account. It is best advised to retain a copy of the confirmation email you receive upon completing the transfer, in case you have to report any discrepancies.

The “Converted Total” includes the 15% bonus

For Canadians, earning AAdvantage miles is not easy, as there are no co-branded credit cards in Canada. RBC Avion is one of the very few ways to unlock this program consistently, and the 15% bonus makes the transfer slightly more compelling than the usual 1:0.75 rate.

AAdvantage remains one of the strongest loyalty currencies in North America. Its partner award chart offers access to Oneworld airlines and several non-alliance gems like Etihad Airways. Moreover, American Airlines has relatively low surcharges on awards compared to programs like British Airways Avios, making redemptions more affordable in terms of taxes and fees.

Personally, I (Rachel) send all my RBC Avion exclusively to American Airlines AAdvantage and always during these once-a-year promotion periods.

Sweet Spots with AAdvantage Miles

Some of the most notable redemption opportunities include:

• Etihad Airways First Class: 115,000 miles for a one-way US/Canada–Abu Dhabi

• Japan Airlines First Class: 80,000 miles for a one-way US–Japan or US–South Korea award (Asia Region 1).

• Short-haul awards: Within Japan or Australia, redemptions start at 10,000 miles in Economy or 20,000 miles in Business Class.

• Middle East to Asia Business Class for 40,000 Miles (Middle East is defined as far north as Israel)

Redeem AAdvantage for Etihad A380 first class apartments

Add to that no cancellation or redeposit fees on AAdvantage awards, which makes speculative bookings low-risk compared to other programs.

As of a couple of weeks ago, the price of Japan Airlines awards has gone up in price when an American Airlines segment is part of the itinerary, so it’s best to book JAL standalone and the positioning flight separately.

Takeaway

If you’ve been eyeing Etihad Apartments, JAL First or business class, or want to diversify your points into a currency that’s scarce in Canada, this is the last week to convert RBC Avion to AAdvantage with a 15% bonus.