The Best Skiing Near Salzburg Airport With Fast Transfer Times

Having a short journey from the airport to your ski destination maximises your time on the slopes. There are so many great choices for any type of skier near Salzburg airport. The airport itself is much quieter than, say, Geneva, so it has a more relaxed feel to the start of your 2025/6 ski holiday.

Our experts have reviewed the resorts near Salzburg and consider these to be the top choices, offering a fantastic selection of hotels, many of which are family-run.

Seefeld – Transfer Time 50 minutes

Seefeld is a beautiful and stylish Austrian ski resort. It is mainly known for its vast amount of cross-country routes with 250 kilometres of tracks to enjoy. The FIS Cross-Country World Cup regularly visits the area where the very best athletes race against each other. Alpine skiing in the area is mainly suited to beginners and intermediate skiers. There are 27 kilometres of pistes, which are mainly gentle in gradient. Off the slopes, there are around 50 different restaurants to enjoy. In addition, there are fantastic luxury accommodations to book.

Stay At: Post Seefeld Hotel and Spa, this popular 4* hotel is centrally located and available on Half Board from £1,359pp, which includes flights and transfers, with Ski Line you always get a BOGOF deal on ski rental.

Filzmoos – Transfer Time 1 hour

If you want a quiet winter retreat, Filzmoos is one of the best ski resorts near Salzburg. This charming traditional Alpine ski resort has beautiful panoramic views and a relaxed atmosphere. You can ski 13 kilometres of pistes, which are most suited for intermediate and beginner skiers. There is one black run named after World Cup ski legend Michaela Kirchgasser. Off the slopes, there’s a classy cocktail bar and lovely restaurants to visit.

Stay At: Our Hotel Alpenkrone is popular with skiers looking for value for money, a 7-night stay here on half board starts at just £769pp and includes flights and transfers. It’s also a 15-minute walk to the village.

Flachau – Transfer Time 1 hour

Part of the Ski Amadé region, Flachau is a great ski resort for all abilities. There are 210 kilometres of pistes with great links to the neighbouring ski resort, Wagrain. If you’re an intermediate, there are a lot of rolling reds to enjoy. More advanced skiers will like the black runs towards the Alpendorf area. Every January, the women’s World Cup visits Falchau to compete in a night slalom on the Hermann Maier run. The main town of Flachau is more lively than the smaller village of Flachauwink.

Stay At: Chalet Auhof is a catered ski chalet, a rarity in Austria, and it’s great value for money, prices start at just £486pp on an independent travel basis.

Schladming-Dachstein – Transfer Time 1 hour 10 mins

Schladming-Dachstein is made up of four connected mountains that are all accessible from the main village. It is one of the best ski resorts near Salzburg with a vast amount of terrain to offer. You can ski 238 kilometres of slopes suitable for all levels of skier. In addition, there are brilliant off-piste tree runs to enjoy. It is also home to the iconic World Cup night slalom on the Planai slope. The restaurants in the area serve great traditional Alpine cuisine. On top of that, there’s a great après scene with fantastic bars and clubs.

Stay At: Falkensteiner Hotel Schladming is a great choice, this 4* half board hotel is very impressive and only a short walk to the gondola. You can stay here on a package with flights and transfers included from just £1,480pp

Saalbach-Hinterglemm – Transfer Time 1 hour 15 mins

Saalbach and Hinterglemm are interconnected ski resorts based in Tirol. It has 270 kilometres of pistes to explore, which are suitable for all levels of skier. The sunny south-facing slopes are more suitable for intermediate skiers, whereas the north-facing pistes are great for advanced skiers. Off the slopes, Saalbach has a reputation for great après ski bars and clubs. There are plenty of places to enjoy food too, with many restaurants with different cuisines.

Stay At: We love the Sporthotel Berger in Saalbach. Its central location is perfect for enjoying both the skiing and nightlife of this lively ski resort. We offer 7-night packages from just £950pp on half board and include flights and transfers.

Zell am See – Transfer Time 1 hour 30 mins

Zell am See is one of the most beautiful ski resorts near Salzburg. Admire stunning views of towering mountains and the tranquil Lake Zell on and off the slopes. You can ski 138 kilometres of slopes that are suited to all levels of skier. This ski resort is fantastic for families with great activities and childcare facilities. However, there is also a thriving nightlife within the village with many great bars to visit. The Eichenhof is a must-visit restaurant with beautiful views looking over Lake Zell.

Stay At: The Grand Hotel is iconic and an institution in Zell. Located on a frozen lake (well, it’s frozen whenever we have seen it). It’s surprisingly good value with prices starting at just £1,198pp for a 7-night package with flights and transfers based on half board.

Kaprun – Transfer Time 1 hour 30 mins

Down the road from Zell am See is the wonderful resort of Kaprun. It is a very snow-sure ski resort with its glacier skiing and a high altitude of 800 – 3,203 metres. You can ski a total of 138 kilometres of pistes if you buy a full area ski pass. Throughout the season, it’s mainly quiet and has uncrowded slopes that are ideal for intermediate and beginner skiers trying to progress. In addition, there’s fantastic off-piste terrain to enjoy. There are over 30 places to eat in Kaprun, and there are great bars to enjoy.

Stay At: Hotel Ever Grun is a modern hotel and a popular choice with Ski Line guests. It’s available on a half board package with flights and transfers included from just £1,116pp for 7 nights.

Obertauern – Transfer Time 1 hour 30 mins

Obertauern is a brilliant snow-sure ski resort with a high altitude of 1,740 – 2,313 metres. You can ski 100 kilometres of slopes in the area with pistes suitable for all abilities. There are delightful open bowls and gentle slopes lower down for intermediates and beginners. Advanced skiers will enjoy the black runs and the great off-piste terrain on offer. Off the slopes, there’s a good mixture of lively après and more relaxed secluded bars.

Stay At: Hotel Steiner is popular with Ski Line guests. This family-run hotel is exceptional value for money with rates starting at just £1,329pp based on 7-night stays and includes flights and transfers.

Kitzbühel – Transfer Time 1 hour 30 mins

Kitzbühel is one of the most well-known Austrian ski resorts because of its ski racing history. It is home to the famous Streif slope, which hosts FIS Alpine World Cup races every year. Despite this, the Kitzbühel slopes are most suited to intermediate skiers with 234 kilometres of pistes to enjoy. The village itself has a traditional alpine feel and beautiful views. The nightlife is lively, and there are plenty of places to enjoy a bite to eat.

Stay At: Hotel Schweizerhof is always popular with Ski Line guests, it’s just 3 minutes from the centre and right next to the Hahnenkamm gondola. Prices for 7-nights on a half board basis start at just £1,359pp based on half board.

Ellmau – Transfer Time 1 hour 30 mins

Part of the SkiWelt ski area, Ellmau is an ideal destination for a family ski holiday. The ski area prides itself on having excellent activities for kids and brilliant childcare facilities. If you buy a full lift pass, you can ski 284 kilometres of slopes, with excellent links to nearby ski resorts Söll and Westendorf. There’s something for every ability level of skier. There is a selection of 20 restaurants available, with some great bars to enjoy after a day on the slopes.

Stay At: Ski Line highly recommends the Hotel Hochfilzer in Ellmau, this 4* half board hotel is exceptional value for money with prices starting at £1,318pp for packages with flights and transfers included.

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The Best Skiing Near Salzburg Airport: A Summary

Salzburg Airport is the perfect gateway for a ski holiday with short transfer times to some of Austria’s best resorts, meaning more time on the slopes and less time travelling. From stylish Seefeld and peaceful Filzmoos to lively Flachau and world-class Schladming-Dachstein, there’s something for every type of skier. Families will love Zell am See and Ellmau, while Saalbach-Hinterglemm and Kitzbühel offer buzzing après ski and famous racing heritage. For snow-sure conditions, Obertauern and Kaprun are excellent choices with high-altitude skiing and glaciers. With a wide range of accommodation, from family-run hotels to rare catered chalets, Ski Line offers fantastic value packages, including flights, transfers, and even ski rental deals for the 2025/26 season.