Tyrol, Austria

Kitzbuhel Ski Resort

Typically opens in ~72 daysLate October

Season dates, 170 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

Snow Sure

6,562ft

Peak Elevation

3,937ft

Vertical Drop

170

Trails

220"

Annual Snow

Overview

Kitzbuhel is a ski resort in Tyrol, Austria, with an elevation range from 2,625ft (800m) to 6,562ft (2000m). The vertical drop is 3,937ft (1200m) across 170 trails served by 54 lifts and 1,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), about 80 minutes away by car. Kitzbuhel receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late October to Early April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late OctoberCloses: Early April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

60cm(24in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Kitzbuhel's snowiest peak-season month.

220"

Annual Snowfall

(559cm)

2°C

February Avg High

-5°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 68% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

220"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

170

Total Trails

Lifts

1,500

Skiable Acres

3,937ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

37%

Beginner: 63 trails

40%

Intermediate: 68 trails

18%

Advanced: 31 trails

Expert: 9 trails

37%Beginner (63)

40%Intermediate (68)

18%Advanced (31)

5%Expert (9)

Kitzbuhel has 170 trails: 37% green, 40% blue, 18% black, and 5% double-black. With 37% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Kitzbuhel.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,937ft

Vertical Drop

1,200m

(3,937ft)

Elevation Profile

6,562ft

Peak

2,625ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$66

avg/day

$72

Jan

$78

Feb

$68

Mar

$58

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

$55

Oct

$62

Nov

$72

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: October ($55)

Best Month to Visit Kitzbuhel

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions

score

55cm

Moderate

$72/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Kitzbuhel, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 55cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Open

50cm

snowfall

1°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Kitzbuhel.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$68

per day

Season Pass

$750

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Kitzbuheler Alpen

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Kitzbuhel is included on the Kitzbuheler Alpen pass.

Getting to Kitzbuhel

Nearest Airport

Salzburg Airport (SZG)

Approx. 80 min drive

Location

Tyrol, Austria 🇦🇹

47.4559°N, 12.3927°E

The drive from Salzburg Airport to Kitzbuhel takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Kitzbuhel open for the season?

Kitzbuhel typically opens in Late October and closes in Early April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Kitzbuhel?

A day lift pass at Kitzbuhel starts at $68 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Kitzbuhel good for beginners?

Yes, 37% of Kitzbuhel's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Kitzbuhel get per year?

Kitzbuhel receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 68% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Kitzbuhel?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Kitzbuhel in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

170

Total Trails

Lifts

1,500

Skiable Acres

3,937ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

37%

Beginner: 63 trails

40%

Intermediate: 68 trails

18%

Advanced: 31 trails

Expert: 9 trails

37%Beginner (63)

40%Intermediate (68)

18%Advanced (31)

5%Expert (9)

Kitzbuhel has 170 trails: 37% green, 40% blue, 18% black, and 5% double-black. With 37% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Kitzbuhel.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Kitzbuhel open for the season?

Kitzbuhel typically opens in Late October and closes in Early April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Kitzbuhel?

A day lift pass at Kitzbuhel starts at $68 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Kitzbuhel good for beginners?

Yes, 37% of Kitzbuhel's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).

How much snow does Kitzbuhel get per year?

Kitzbuhel receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 68% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Kitzbuhel?