This availability is for travel on August 5, 2026, from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo Narita (NRT). At 48,300 miles plus $80 in taxes and fees, you're looking at a straightforward economy redemption with plenty of seats to choose from—helpful if you're booking for a family and need multiple tickets on the same flight.
The typical rate for this route through Aeroplan runs around 50,000 miles, so this represents roughly a 3% savings. It's not a blockbuster discount, but every mile saved adds up, especially when multiplied across several travelers. The low taxes also keep out-of-pocket costs reasonable.
August is peak summer travel season for Japan, so locking in award space now is smart. Tokyo in early August means warm weather and the tail end of summer festivals, though be prepared for humidity. If your dates are flexible, it's worth checking adjacent days to compare pricing and availability.
One practical tip: Aeroplan allows stopovers on round-trip awards for a small fee, so consider whether you might want to break up your return journey with a stop in another city.
How to book
Search and book directly through Air Canada Aeroplan at aircanada.com.