Avion points value explained
What are Avion points worth for flights?
There is no single cents-per-point rate for every member or route. Value equals the cash you would pay for an equivalent itinerary minus points-side cash charges, divided by points used—then adjust for any independent assistance fee you choose to pay.
Detailed explanation
Illustrative math (not live offers): if a qualifying short-haul might use 15,000 points with CAD 80 in taxes while a comparable cash ticket is CAD 420, gross cash avoided is CAD 340 before fees—about 2.27 cents per point at 15,000 points. At 35,000 points with CAD 150 cash alongside and a CAD 800 cash alternative, gross avoided is CAD 650 (~1.86 cpp). At 55,000 points with CAD 250 cash and a CAD 1,100 cash fare, gross avoided is CAD 850 (~1.55 cpp). Your results differ by date, carrier, and fare brand; use the calculator with your own quotes.
Important conditions and limits
- Compare equivalent cabin, bags, and change rules— not the most expensive fare you would never buy.
- Subtract optional AvioSupportDesk assistance separately; it is not an Avion program fee.
- Portal dynamic prices can diver sharply from chart examples on the same route.
- Official pricing displays on https://www.avionrewards.com/travel/.
When to call for expert help
Run gross value first, then add assistance fees only if you are actually comparing helped bookings. Call when you want help sanity-checking two complete quotes before you transfer or redeem.