CIBC · Visa · Aventura
Reviewed 2026-07-06 · By The Points Standard editorial team
CIBC Aventura Visa Infinite
A perk-forward card in an average points program. The lounge visits and NEXUS rebate carry the value; the points are the supporting act.
Standard Score breakdown — Strong
Six weighted components, each rated 0–10. "Contributes" is the rating × weight — add all six and you get the 6.63/10 Standard Score above.
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The numbers
| Annual fee | $139 |
| Welcome bonus | Up to 45,000 Aventura points (15,000 on first purchase + 30,000 on $3K/4 mo) |
| Est. bonus value | ≈ $560 |
| First-year net value | ≈ $460 |
Earn rates
| Travel booked via CIBC Rewards | 2x |
| Gas, EV charging, groceries | 1.5x |
| Everything else | 1x |
Why it earns its score
- Four annual airport lounge visits (Visa Airport Companion)
- Airport security fast-track (YYZ/YVR) and NEXUS fee rebate
- Aventura Flight Rewards chart offers solid fixed-value redemptions
Where it loses points
- Aventura points are less valuable and less flexible than Aeroplan or MR
- Earn rates are unremarkable outside the CIBC travel portal
Who it's for
CIBC clients who want travel perks — lounge visits and NEXUS rebates — bundled into a mainstream card.
Who should skip it
You're optimizing point value; Aventura sits a tier below the majors.
Included insurance
Travel medical · Trip cancellation/interruption · Flight delay · Rental car coverage · Mobile device insurance
Source: issuer card page · Last reviewed 2026-07-06. Details change often — confirm current terms with the issuer before applying.