Two skiers in bright outfits enjoying a ski holiday in Austria. They are carving turns in powder snow as the sun shines brightly for across the Austrian Alpine mountains.

Ski Holidays in Austria

Ski holidays Austria offer a warm Alpine welcome, lively après ski, and scenic charm — all set in the ultimate Alpine ski nation. With over 30 years’ experience, Ski Line crafts expertly tailored trips to Austria’s best-loved resorts, including St AntonObergurglMayrhofenSaalbach, and Ischgl.

Our Austria ski packages feature 350+ hotels, catered chalets, and apartments across 47 resorts, all backed by 🛡️ ABTA protection, 🏆 award-winning service, and a ⭐ 4.9-star Feefo rating. Expect stunning mountain scenery, smooth ski logistics, and friendly Austrian charm.

🛏️ Accommodation
350+ hotels, chalets & apartments
⛰️ Featured resorts
47
An advanced skier carving powder snow in St Anton, Austria
Carve a turn in the perfect powder snow in St Anton, our most popular Austrian destination

HIGHLIGHTS

Why Choose Austria For Your Ski Holiday?

  • 🇦🇹 Lively après-ski culture that’s second to none
  • 💰 Better value than France for food, passes and stays
  • 🚡 Modern lifts and reliable snowmaking across most resorts
  • 🏘️ Charming, authentic villages – not purpose-built blocks
  • 🎿 Excellent skiing for all levels, from first-timers to experts
Explore the wide valley and stunning peaks of the Ziller Alps in Mayrhofen

SKI LINE RECOMMENDS

Top Ski Resorts in Austria

St Anton

Austria’s après-ski capital with world-class terrain and energy.

  • ❄️ Snow-sure high altitude
  • ⛷️ Ideal for seasoned skiers, tricky for newbies
  • 🏂 Boarders will love it

Obergurgl

High-altitude peace and powder, a family favourite.

  • ❄️ Snow-sure high altitude
  • ⛷️ Beginner-friendly and decent for improvers
  • 🏂 Snowboarding is a bit limited

Mayrhofen

Big mountain access with vibrant après and wide pistes.

  • ❄️ Snow-sure high altitude
  • ⛷️ Solid for all skill levels
  • 🏂 Boarders will love it

Saalbach

Austria’s biggest lift-linked area. Ideal for mile-hungry skiers.

  • ❄️ Best enjoyed mid-season
  • ⛷️ Brilliant for all skill levels
  • 🏂 Brilliant for boarders

Ischgl

Slick, high, and party-packed. Austria’s answer to Ibiza-on-snow.

  • ❄️ Snow-sure, high alpine slopes
  • ⛷️ Best for intermediates and experts
  • 🏂 Excellent terrain park and off-piste

Lech

Upscale, uncrowded, and snow-sure. Austria’s elegant classic.

  • ❄️ Reliable snow and high-altitude terrain
  • ⛷️ Best for intermediates and advanced skiers
  • 🏂 Fine for cruising, limited park options

Solden

Big skiing, big après, and twin glaciers for snow certainty.

  • ❄️ Snow guaranteed on two glaciers
  • ⛷️ Great for intermediates and up
  • 🏂 Excellent freeride terrain, but limited park

Kitzbuhel

Charming and historic, with legendary downhill runs and town vibes.

  • ❄️ Best in January–February
  • ⛷️ Best for confident intermediates
  • 🏂 Suitable, but drag lifts can be frustrating

Zell am See

Lakeside scenery meets glacier access and family-friendly skiing.

  • ❄️ Good mid-season snow; glacier access via Kaprun
  • ⛷️ Ideal for beginners and intermediates
  • 🏂 Decent terrain, but occasional flats

Westendorf

Traditional village charm and gentle value-packed skiing.

  • ❄️ Reliable mid-season, lower slopes may soften
  • ⛷️ Best for beginners and relaxed intermediates
  • 🏂 Great learning area, limited freestyle options
A photo of the ski resort of Obergurgl, taken from a cable car. Chalets, hotels and resort buildings can be seen from above with skiers gathered on the pistes.
Obergurgl’s high altitude skiing proves popular with British families

GUIDE

What Sets Skiing In Austria Apart?

The Best Après Ski

Après ski is woven into the fabric of Austrian ski life. Music is turned up, live bands take to the home-run bars, and the party starts while the ski lifts are still running.

Authentic Alpine Charm

Austria is famous for warm hospitality, with mountain huts serving homemade apple strudel, passed down through generations. Instead of high-rises, you’ll find hand-painted chalets and villages with cute onion-domed churches, open year-round.

Really Good Food

Austria has really good food – think schnitzel, dumplings, and glühwein.

Fast Lifts, Short Transfers

Austria’s fast, modern lift systems, combined with short airport transfers (often 90 minutes from Innsbruck or Salzburg), make it a popular choice for short breaks and families.

Austria’s après in second to none – St Anton’s legendary MooserWirt

PACKAGES

Find The Perfect Austrian Ski Holiday For You

We Offer a Wide Range of Packages

  • Catered chalets
  • Hotels (half board, full board, and B&B)
  • Apartments (limited availability, book early!)
  • Ski-in, ski-out properties
  • Accommodation with hot tubs, swimming pools and childcare

Popular Options Include

  • Family ski holidays
  • Group discounts
  • Early bird offers
  • Late ski deals
Quaint Austrian wooden ski chalets are shown on a mountain side in the resort of Sallbach
You’ll find authentic alpine villages in Austrian resorts like Saalbach

FAQS

Austria Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to ski in Austria?

Austria’s modern snowmaking systems and grassy bases mean good conditions are available from December through April. January and February offer the most reliable snow, but late-season skiing, especially on glaciers like Obergurgl’s, remains strong. World-class snowmaking also ensures reliable coverage across Austrian resorts.

Where is the best ski weekend in Austria?

With resorts like St Anton and Mayrhofen just 90 minutes from Innsbruck or Salzburg airports, Austria is perfect for short ski breaks.

Is Austria cheap to ski in?

Lift passes, food, and drinks can be up to 20% cheaper than in France, making ski holidays in Austria excellent value without sacrificing quality.

Which are the most popular ski resorts in Austria for British skiers?

St Anton tops our bookings, but Obergurgl, Mayrhofen, Saalbach, and Ischgl are close favourites.

Is Austria a good destination for a family ski holiday?

Yes. Shorter transfer times, welcoming villages, excellent ski schools, and affordable, family-friendly chalets and hotels make Austria ideal for families.

Which Austrian ski resorts are best for intermediate skiers?

Austria is ideal for intermediates, with resorts like Saalbach, Mayrhofen and Kitzbühel offering long cruisy reds, efficient lifts, and expansive terrain. Many Austrian resorts are designed with confidence-building progression in mind.

A mother and young family enjoy food and drink after a day's skiing

BOOK

Why Book Your Austrian Ski Holiday with Ski Line?

  • ABTA protection
  • Award-winning service
  • 4.9-star Feefo rating
  • 30 years of ski industry experience

Chat to Our Austria Ski Experts

Start your Austrian ski adventure! Explore our full range of holidays or speak to our expert team today to plan your perfect ski holiday in Austria.

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  • Language
    German
  • Visas required
    None
  • Local time GMT
    +1 hours
  • Flight time (approx)
    2 hours
  • Currency
    Euro

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