Kitzbuhel is a ski resort located in Tyrol, Austria, sitting at an elevation range of 2,625ft (800m) to 6,562ft (2000m). With a vertical drop of 3,937ft (1200m), the resort offers 170 trails served by 54 lifts across 1,500 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), approximately 80 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 220 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 68% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Late October to Early April
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
55cm
Snow Depth
(22")
0°C
-7°C to 0°C
(19°F / 32°F)
220"
Annual Snowfall
(559cm)
68%
Snowmaking
coverage
220"
annual avg
170
Total Trails
54
Lifts
1,500
Skiable Acres
3,937ft
Vertical Drop
Kitzbuhel offers a balanced mix of terrain with 37% beginner, 40% intermediate, 18% advanced, and 5% expert-only runs. The generous proportion of green runs makes this a solid choice for beginners and families learning to ski.
54
Total Lifts
3,937ft
Vertical Drop
1,200m
(3,937ft)
6,562ft
Peak
2,625ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$66
avg/day
January offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Kitzbuhel. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
February
60cm snow, high crowds, $78/day
October
$55/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
55cm
snowfall
0°/-7°
high/low °C
crowds
$72
day pass
60cm
snowfall
2°/-5°
high/low °C
crowds
$78
day pass
40cm
snowfall
6°/-1°
high/low °C
crowds
$68
day pass
10cm
snowfall
11°/3°
high/low °C
crowds
$58
day pass
5cm
snowfall
11°/3°
high/low °C
crowds
$55
day pass
20cm
snowfall
4°/-2°
high/low °C
crowds
$62
day pass
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 weather forecasts, crowd analysis, and packing tips for Kitzbuhel.
Adult Day Pass
$68
per day
Season Pass
$750
full season
Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:
Day pass pricing at Kitzbuhel varies by date. Peak periods (holidays and weekends) may cost 10-15% more. Purchasing lift tickets online in advance typically saves $10-20 per ticket. Kitzbuhel is included on the Kitzbuheler Alpen pass, which can offer significant savings for skiers visiting multiple resorts per season.
Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Approx. 80 min drive
Tyrol, Austria 🇦🇹
47.4559°N, 12.3927°E
The drive from Salzburg Airport to Kitzbuhel takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Kitzbuhel offers a range of accommodation options for every budget. On-mountain lodging provides ski-in/ski-out convenience but typically costs 30-50% more than staying in the nearest town. Budget travelers can find hostel-style accommodations starting around $40 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $100-180 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $250 per night during peak periods.
Booking 2-3 months in advance secures better rates, especially for holiday periods. Many resorts offer lift-and-lodging packages that bundle accommodation with multi-day tickets at a discount.