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updated on Feb 27, 2026
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Calculate the value of your Air Miles rewards points

Use the creditcardGenius Air Miles Reward Points Calculator to get the most out of your rewards. Find out how much your miles are worth and choose the best redemption option.

Note: In summer 2026, Air Miles will rebrand as Blue Rewards.
Rewards Points Calculator
Enter your rewards balance to calculate how much your points are worth. Review your redemption options and recommendations to get the most value.
Our recommendations:
Use your miles for Cruises to get the most value.
$1,100
Avoid using miles for Merchandise as this gives you the lowest value.
$950
Using your miles for Cruises instead of Merchandise will save you $150.
Point Values
Redemption OptionPoint ValueTotal Value
Cruises11 cents$1,100
Event tickets10.5 cents$1,050
AIR MILES Cash10.5 cents$1,050
Car, flights, and hotels from Expedia Air Miles10 cents$1,000
Merchandise9.5 cents$950
Redemption Options
Cruises
Cruises through redtag.ca with Air Miles travel partners
$1,100
Event tickets
Tickets to various sports, concerts, and events
$1,050
AIR MILES Cash
In-store gift cards and e-gift cards to many retailers
$1,050
Car, flights, and hotels from Expedia Air Miles
Redeem points for any travel from Air Miles
$1,000
Merchandise
Wide assortment of merchandise
$950

Best ways to redeem your Air Miles points

You might be surprised to learn that car rentals, not flights, give you the best value for your Air Miles points.

Travel packages, attractions, and flights still offer solid value, but you’ll probably want to avoid cashing in your hard-earned Air Miles for hotels and merchandise, which give the lowest value.

As of January 25, 2026, BMO has merged Dream Miles and Cash Miles, so you no longer have to choose how you’d like your rewards paid out. Instead, all Air Miles can be redeemed for any category, greatly simplifying the rewards program.

Learn more about Air Miles

Air Miles is a popular, free travel reward program operated by BMO. As a member, you’ll earn Air Miles for qualifying travel, shopping and scanning receipts, making purchases from the Air Miles eStore, or using a BMO credit card or chequing account.

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