Cutting down your travel time is key to maximising your time on the slopes. There are fantastic ski resorts in Austria that offer incredible skiing. Whether you’re flying to Salzburg or Innsbruck airport, there are many ski resorts to choose from. Where are the best ski resorts near airports in Austria? Our experts have created a guide to Austrian ski resorts near airports.
Kühtai – Innsbruck – 40 mins transfer time
Kühtai has an altitude of 2,020m-2,660m which makes it one of the highest ski resorts in Austria. It is one of the best Austrian ski resorts near an airport because of the very short transfer time and the outstanding snow reliability. You can explore 46km of slopes in the area, which is most suited to intermediate and advanced skiers. All accommodation, shops, restaurants and bars are very easy to access via the slopes because the village location is so close to the ski area.
Seefeld – Salzburg – 50 mins transfer time
Known for its vast amount of cross-country tracks, Seefeld also has some great alpine skiing to enjoy too. The village itself is very stylish with designer shops and brilliant hotels to stay in. It also has a traffic-free town centre which makes it easy to get around. On the slopes, you can ski 27km of slopes with 11 lifts to get you around the area. The skiing is mostly suited to beginner and intermediate skiers. An excellent ski resort near an airport in Austria.
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The Interalpen Hotel Tyrol in Seefeld is a luxurious hotel with breathtaking panoramic views.
Alpbach – Innsbruck – 1 hour transfer time
Part of the Ski Juwel ski area, Alpbach is a charming ski resort with a lot of traditional alpine atmosphere. There is 109km of slopes to enjoy with great links to neighbouring Niederau-Oberau if you buy a full lift pass. The terrain in the area is perfect for beginner and intermediate skiers, with mainly gentle slopes to enjoy. The village itself has a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a great selection of accommodation to book.
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The Böglerhof is Alpbach’s leading hotel. Furnished in elegant, Tyrolean style, it is steeped in history and offers friendly and superior service.
Filzmoos – Salzburg – 1 hour transfer time
Situated in the Salzburger Sportwelt area, Filzmoos is a hidden gem of a ski resort. It has a beautiful unique mountain view and a traditional alpine charm. You can ski 13km slopes which are mostly easy blue and red runs. An advanced skier will enjoy the Michaela Kirchgasser FIS race course, which is the only black run in the area. An ideal ski resort if you want a place to really unwind in a quiet area of the Austrian Alps. A brilliant ski resort near an airport in Austria.
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Hotel Hammerhof in Filzmoos is a charming, family-run hotel with a sauna, bar and restaurant.
Westendorf – Innsbruck – 1 hour transfer time
Westendorf is an excellent Austrian ski resort near an airport. As part of the SkiWelt ski area, you can ski 284km of slopes with great links to neighbouring Ellmau, Söll and other ski resorts. It is ideal for mixed ability groups and families with the varied terrain on offer. There is excellent childcare and activities on and off the slopes. Despite being a family ski resort, there’s still lively nightlife to enjoy in the village with great bars and restaurants to visit.
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With uninterrupted mountain views from its sunny terrace, the superior Vitalhotel Schermer is known for its standard of comfort and cuisine as well as its extensive leisure facilities.
Schladming-Dachstein – Salzburg – 1 hour 10 mins transfer time
Schladming-Dachstein is famous for the iconic night slalom on the FIS World Cup Alpine Tour. The world’s best and thousands of fans arrive annually for the amazing race. There is 238km of slopes which are suited for all levels of skier. If you’re looking for lively nightlife, Schladming has an excellent après scene with plenty of bars and clubs to enjoy. In addition, there’s brilliant childcare and activities, which is perfect for families.
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Hotel Falkensteiner in Schladming-Dachstein is a great hotel with a mixture of urban and rustic lodges.
Katschberg – Salzburg – 1 hour 20 mins transfer time
If you’re on a family ski holiday or looking for a peaceful ski experience, Katschberg is the ideal destination. There is 70km of uncrowded slopes with short lift queue times too. The incredible views make it a little piece of winter paradise. In the village, there’s a traditional alpine charm and lovely shops and restaurants. The nightlife is very low key, but the locals are friendly and welcoming to visitors.
Ischgl – Innsbruck – 1 hour 30 mins transfer time
Ischgl is one of the most popular Austrian ski resorts near an airport. The combination of fantastic après ski and vast slopes, make it very appealing to skiers around the world. It has an impressive 240km of pistes which are suitable for abilities. Off the slopes, Ischgl has an amazing reputation for lively nightlife with many bars and clubs to enjoy. Whether you’re on or off the slopes, you’re guaranteed to have a great time.
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Hotel Jagerhof in Ischgl is run by the Jager family who provide a warm welcome to their traditional Tyrolian hotel.
Kitzbühel – Salzburg – 1 hour 30 mins transfer time
Kitzbühel is arguably Austria’s most famous ski resort because of the iconic Hahnenkamm ski races. The Streif race course is considered one of the most challenging slopes in the world and parts of it are open to the public during the season. You can ski 234km of pistes in the area, which are ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers. Off the slopes, there’s plenty to do with excellent restaurants and bars in the main village. The views are truly breathtaking too.
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Hotel Kaiserhof Kitzbühel is a great ski-in ski-out hotel, situated right on the slopes and close to the lifts.
Mayrhofen – Innsbruck – 1 hour 30 mins transfer time
Mayrhofen is placed in the heart of the Zillertal ski area. If you buy a full lift pass you can ski 204km slopes with excellent links to nearby ski resorts Fügen, Kaltenbach, Zell am Ziller and the Hintertux Glacier. The terrain is vast and diverse, which means there’s something for everyone on the mountain. Mayrhofen also delivers off the slopes with lively après and amazing restaurants to choose from. One of the best ski resorts near airports in Austria.
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The homely Hotel Kramerwirt is situated in Mayrhofen in Austria and offers extensive spa facilities.
Sölden – Innsbruck – 1 hour 30 mins transfer time
In the Ötztal valley, Sölden is one of the best ski resorts near airports in Austria. You can ski 155km of slopes with 33 lifts connecting the pistes in the area. It is the home to the opening FIS World Cup Giant Slalom ski race each year because of the reliable snow conditions. Having the Rettenbach and Fiefenbach glaciers in the ski area means that you can ski early and late in the ski season. Off the slopes, there’s great nightlife and brilliant restaurants to enjoy too.
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Hotel Das Central in Sölden has a fantastic location and offers a free shuttle bus to the ski lifts.
St. Anton – Innsbruck – 1 hour 30 mins transfer time
Part of the Arlberg ski area, St. Anton delivers an incredible ski experience on and off the slopes. You can ski an impressive 305km of pistes with fantastic links to nearby Lech, St Christoph, Stuben, Warth-Schröcken and Zürs. The slopes are great for any ability of skier with its vast terrain. More advanced skiers will love the amazing amount of lift-served off-piste opportunities. In the village, there’s something for different budgets with luxury ski chalets or hotels and cheaper alternatives. The quality of nightlife activities matches the world-class ski experience.
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The Hotel Arlberg in St. Anton is an excellent four-star hotel with a pool located close to the centre of town.
Ellmau – Salzburg – 1 hour 30 minutes transfer time
Part of the SkiWelt ski area, Ellmau is a great destination for all levels of skier with its access to 284km of varied pistes in the area. Beginners and intermediates skiers will enjoy the large cruisy runs, perfect for those for a relaxed style of skiing. If you want a change of the scene Kitzbühel is accessible via Brixen too. Perfect for families it has a friendly atmosphere on and off the slopes.
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The Hochfilzer in Ellmau is a popular family-run hotel that offers high standards of cuisine and service.
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