Best Credit Cards for Airport Lounges in Canada - October 2026

Get up to $1,900 in value, including up to 115,000 points, up to $200 in Instacart benefits, the Mastercard Travel Pass program and 4 complimentary airport lounge passes, the statement credit for NEXUS and the annual fee waived in the first year for the primary cardholder and authorized users.*

Plus, get 0% introductory interest rate on Balance transfers for 12 months with a 2% transfer fee.*

• 5x the points for every dollar spent on eligible travel*, 3x the points for every dollar spent on eligible restaurant dining*, entertainment and eligible recurring bill payments*, 1 point for every dollar spent in other purchase categories*
• Free membership to the Mastercard Travel Pass app provided by DragonPass*, and four complimentary passes per year*
• Extended Warranty* and Purchase Protection*
• BMO Ascend^™ World Elite^®* Total Travel and Medical Protection:
  Get Collision Damage Waiver benefits on rental cars, 21 days of Out-of-Province/Out-of-Country Emergency Medical coverage of up to $5 million, and more.*
• Up to $200 Instacart benefit*

By clicking on the Subscribe button, you will be redirected directly to the National Bank credit card application form. Make sure you have the following information on hand: contact details, employment status, income and valid ID.

Terms and Conditions – Milesopedia Exclusive Promotion – World Elite Card

Welcome promotion period: June 30 to November 4, 2026.

Eligibility requirements:

• Sign up for a National Bank^® World Elite^® Mastercard^® credit card during the promotion period via the redirection link provided on the Milesopedia network websites during the promotion as a primary cardholder, as the primary cardholder.
• Must not have held any National Bank personal Mastercard credit cards in the last 24 months as the primary cardholder.
• Keep the credit card account open and in good standing until the annual fee is refunded. To be considered in good standing, you must comply with the terms of the Credit Card Agreement, such as paying all fees and minimum payments on time.
• Must not be employed by us or any entity in our group.

Promotion description:

• Refund of the first-year annual fee for the primary cardholder. We will charge this annual fee to your new card account and then refund it. You will receive this refund within five months of opening your account, provided your account is still open and in good standing. It will appear on your statement as a credit.
• Annual fees for authorized users’ cards are not eligible for this promotion.

Other conditions:

• You can only benefit from the promotion once.
• The card is issued subject to National Bank’s credit approval. Other conditions apply to the issuance of the card.
• This promotion cannot be combined with any other promotion or offer applicable to National Bank credit cards and is not retroactive.
• This promotion may be changed or withdrawn without notice.

Card benefits

• Annual travel credit ($150)
• Access to the National Bank Lounge
• Access to more than 1,300 airport lounges worldwide
• Comprehensive travel insurance for trips of up to 60 days
• Emergency medical and hospital insurance outside your province of residence
• Trip cancellation and trip interruption insurance
• Lost or stolen baggage insurance
• Car rental insurance
• Coverage for accidental damage, loss, or theft of mobile devices
• Extended warranty coverage on purchases
• Extended manufacturer’s warranty on purchases
• Medical, general, and legal assistance
• Enhanced security with Mastercard^® ID Check^™
• Discounts on monthly fees for The Total and The Connected banking packages
• Redeem points through the travel agency of your choice
• Up to 5 points per dollar spent^*

Access special experiences with The Platinum Card^®.

Get up to 100,000 Membership Rewards^® points, worth up to $1,000 toward your next getaway-

• As a new The Platinum Card^® Cardmember, get a welcome bonus of 70,000 points when you charge $10,000 in net purchases to your Card in the first 3 months of Cardmembership
• Plus, get 30,000 points when you make a purchase between the 15th and 17th month after your Cardmembership begins

Card features

• Earn 2 points for every $1 in Card purchases on eligible dining and food delivery in Canada, 2 points for every $1 in Card purchases on eligible travel, and 1 point for every $1 in all other Card purchases
• Access a $200 Annual Travel Credit through American Express Travel Online or Platinum^® Card Travel Service
• Enjoy a $200 Annual Dining Credit at some of Canada’s best restaurants
• Unlock $200 or more in additional value with Member extras. You can earn statement credits for qualifying purchases with participating brands
• Make the most of the American Express Global Lounge Collection^™, which gives you access to more than 1,550 airport lounges worldwide. The Global Lounge Collection includes the Centurion Lounge^® network, Plaza Premium lounges, and hundreds of other international and domestic lounges that will enhance your travel experience. Terms and conditions apply
• Enjoy flexible ways to use your points such as statement credits for any eligible purchase charged to your Card, new travel purchases booked on American Express Travel Online through the Flexible Points Travel Program, and eligible flights through the Fixed Points Travel Program
• Transfer points 1:1 to several frequent flyer and other loyalty programs
• Enjoy complimentary benefits that offer an average value of $550 USD at over 1,600 extraordinary properties worldwide when you book Fine Hotels + Resorts
• Platinum Cardmembers can enjoy access to special events and unique opportunities
• Enjoy premium benefits at the Toronto Pearson Airport
• You will also have access to many leading hotel and car rental companies’ loyalty programs. Our partners include Marriott International, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Hertz and Avis
• Interest applies in accordance with your Cardmember Agreement, Information Box, and Disclosure statement if the total New Balance is not paid by the Payment Due Date each month. All payments must be received by the Payment Due Date shown on the monthly statement

Apply with confidence!

• See if you’ll be approved before you apply – with no impact to your credit score.*
• When applying for a new card, businesses will typically run a “hard check” of your credit report. A hard credit check can cause a temporary impact to your credit score.
• Unlike many lenders, for American Express’ personal cards, you can see if you will be approved before you apply without impacting your credit score
• A soft credit check is a check into your credit report initiated either by you or a company even if you didn’t apply for credit. It is primarily used to screen for pre-approval financing offers or for a background check
• Available for American Express personal cards, we’ll let you know your eligibility with no impact to your credit score, so you can submit your application with confidence.*

*Instant decisions are only available for Consumer (also known as Personal) Card applications.

 

Earn up to $1,250 in first year welcome offers, rewards and savings^*, including up to 35,000 bonus Scene+ points¹

• Earn 3x Scene+ points¹ for every $1 you spend at Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, participating Co-ops and more
• Earn 2x Scene+ points¹ for every $1 you spend on other eligible grocery stores, dining, eligible entertainment purchases and eligible daily transit options (including rideshares, buses, subways, taxis and more)
• Plus earn 1 Scene+ point for every $1 spent on all other eligible everyday purchases.
• Earn additional benefits + up to 4X Scene+ points for every dollar you spend on hotel bookings, car rentals, and things to do with Scene+ Travel, Powered by Expedia.
• No Foreign Transaction Fee
• 6 Complimentary Airport Lounge Access
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance coverage
• Visa Infinite* Concierge Services
• Visa Infinite* Hotel Collection
• Visa Infinite* Dining and Wine Country Program
• Get up to 10¢/L in value on fuel purchases at Shell with your card linked to a Shell Go+ Account (instant discounts and Scene+ points value; the maximum assumes a V-Power premium fuel purchase and includes a promotional 4¢/L discount available until June 1, 2027)

Rates, fees and other information are effective as of Aug 4,2026. Subject to change.

Earn up to $3,000^* in savings and rewards in the first 14 months, including up to 100,000 bonus Scene+ points¹.

• Plus, earn 2X Scene+ points for every dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
• Earn additional benefits + up to 4X Scene+ points for every dollar you spend on hotel bookings, car rentals, and things to do with Scene+ Travel, Powered by Expedia.
• No Foreign Transaction Fee
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance coverage
• Mobile Device Insurance coverage
• 10 free airport lounge passes per year
• Platinum+ VIP offers
• American Express Invites^®
• Free premium concierge services
• Get up to 11¢/L in value on fuel purchases at Shell with your card linked to a Shell Go+ Account (instant discounts and Scene+ points value; the maximum assumes a V-Power premium fuel purchase and includes a promotional 4¢/L discount available until June 1, 2027)

Rates, fees and other information are effective as of July 2, 2026. Subject to change.