This award availability covers the San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo Narita (NRT) route in business class, with plenty of seats showing for August 4, 2026. At 102,500 miles, you're looking at roughly 7% below the typical 110,000-mile rate you'd normally see for this cabin and distance through Aeroplan.
While this isn't a blockbuster discount, it's worth noting for families planning a summer 2026 trip to Japan. August availability in business class to Tokyo can be difficult to find, so having multiple seats open at a below-average rate is genuinely useful for those sitting on Aeroplan points.
The $101 in taxes and fees keeps the cash outlay reasonable, which is always a consideration when redeeming miles for transpacific flights. Partner availability through Aeroplan can shift quickly, so if this fits your travel window, it's worth locking in sooner rather than later.
Practical tip: If you're flexible by a few days, search surrounding dates as well. Aeroplan sometimes shows varying award prices depending on the specific flight, and you may find an even lower rate nearby.
How to book
Search and book directly through Air Canada Aeroplan at: aircanada.com/us/en/aco/home/aeroplan/redeem/flight-rewards.html