Switzerland is a gorgeous summertime destination. You can take alpine hikes and enjoy idyllic weather during the longest days of the year in the country’s two main hubs, Zurich and Geneva.
If you’re daydreaming about a Swiss summer, there’s a deal from Air Canada Aeroplan that is perfect for you. Aeroplan is one of the best programs for booking Star Alliance awards. Right now, luxe Swiss business-class seats are starting at 60,000 points one-way from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Geneva Airport (GVA) in Switzerland.
And, with a 20% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards through April 30, your points could stretch even further — costing as little as 50,000 Chase points to travel to Switzerland in luxury.
Here’s how to book your premium seat to Zurich or Geneva with Aeroplan points or Chase Ultimate Rewards points.
(Note that prices and availability were accurate at the time of writing.)
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TPG’s deal of the day basics
Swiss Business Class. MATT MOFFITT/THE POINTS GUY
Airline: Swiss International Air Lines
Routes: From BOS, JFK or EWR to ZRH or GVA in Switzerland
Best way to book: Through Air Canada Aeroplan’s website
Price: Starting from 60,000 Aeroplan points (50,000 Chase points with the 20% bonus) plus $58 in business class
Cash price: From $5,997 in business class
Travel dates: Various dates throughout summer 2026
How to find and book TPG’s deal of the day
We found Swiss business-class availability for various dates in July and August. The best place to start your search is with the handy Seats.aero tool to narrow down your options.
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Once you’ve pinpointed your origin and departure airports, head to Air Canada’s website to check availability.
Business class costs 60,000 Aeroplan points and $58 in taxes and fees.
We saw this price mostly on nonstop routes from BOS, JFK and EWR to ZUR and GVA for seats on the Airbus A330. However, all-new seats on the ritzy Airbus A350 could become available.
You can book with 60,000 Aeroplan points if you have them, or transfer them from a credit card transfer partner, such as Chase Ultimate Rewards. From now through April 30, Chase is running a 20% transfer bonus on transfers to Aeroplan, so you can move just 50,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Aeroplan to book this flight.
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Keep in mind that transfers are irreversible, so always confirm award availability with the airline before transferring your rewards.
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How to earn the points or miles required for TPG’s deal of the day
Geneva, 2023. CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUY
The following cards earn Chase Ultimate Rewards points on everyday purchases, and they offer welcome bonuses to help you rack up points fast:
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees): Earn 75,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees): Earn 125,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (see rates and fees): Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $8,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
Even without the 20% Chase transfer bonus, these premium-cabin flights to Aeroplan are still a great deal — and you can book them with points from several other transferable currencies, including American Express Membership Rewards points, Bilt Points and Capital One miles.
Here are a few of our favorite cards that allow you to transfer points to Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio, along with their current welcome bonuses:
American Express® Gold Card: Find out your offer and see if you are eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $6,000 on purchases in your first six months of membership. Welcome offers vary, and you may not be eligible for an offer.
Bilt Palladium Card (see rates and fees): Earn 50,000 Bilt points and Gold Status after spending $4,000 on everyday purchases in the first three months from account opening. Plus, receive $300 in Bilt Cash* upon approval.
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card: Earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening.
*Up to $100 of Bilt Cash earned rolls over to the next year. TPG’s Brian Kelly is a Bilt adviser and investor.
Related: How (and why) you should earn transferable credit card points
Bottom line
If a summer in Switzerland is calling your name, now is an excellent time to book a premium Swiss business flight with your Chase points or Aeroplan points.
Be sure to act before April 30 if you opt to use Chase’s transfer bonus to Aeroplan, since it’ll expire then.
Continue planning your European vacation:
Travel to Europe using points and miles: How to redeem your rewards for flights
I broke a points and miles rule and still got a good deal to Europe — how I maximized my rewards
9 European summer destinations to beat the heat
The 7 most underrated European destinations for your summer trip
16 essentials to pack for a European trip this summer
Editorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.
