The difference is in how they assess the fuel surcharges. Your Classic award is based on the premise of 'Zero' fare so the fuel surcharge is a set fee based on award and distance. The Classic Plus is based on 'Available fare'... what every is available on aircanada.com for a cost is converted to your award level - the fuel surcharge is set by the fare. So the trick is - check for point travel when ever there is a seat sale- you may find the right balance. I'm not condoning the practice but there is your answer in laymans terms. As with any business its all about liability and burning off your points.
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