Thredbo is a ski resort located in New South Wales, Australia, sitting at an elevation range of 4,396ft (1340m) to 6,716ft (2047m). With a vertical drop of 2,320ft (707m), the resort offers 50 trails served by 14 lifts across 1,200 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Canberra Airport (CBR), approximately 210 minutes by car. The resort receives an average of 79 inches of snowfall annually. Snowmaking covers 80% of the terrain, ensuring consistent conditions throughout the season.
Early June to Early October
Groomed, consistent surface. Good skiing.
45cm
Snow Depth
(18")
2°C
-5°C to 2°C
(23°F / 36°F)
79"
Annual Snowfall
(201cm)
80%
Snowmaking
coverage
79"
annual avg
50
Total Trails
14
Lifts
1,200
Skiable Acres
2,320ft
Vertical Drop
Thredbo offers a balanced mix of terrain with 16% beginner, 53% intermediate, 23% advanced, and 8% expert-only runs. The well-rounded terrain distribution accommodates skiers of all ability levels.
14
Total Lifts
2,320ft
Vertical Drop
707m
(2,320ft)
6,716ft
Peak
4,396ft
Base
Day pass pricing across the season
$111
avg/day
July offers the best overall balance of snow quality, crowd levels, and pricing at Thredbo. The snowpack is generally well-established with consistent groomed conditions. Moderate crowds mean reasonable lift lines, especially on weekdays.
August
50cm snow, high crowds, $129/day
October
$89/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds
25cm
snowfall
4°/-3°
high/low °C
crowds
$105
day pass
45cm
snowfall
2°/-5°
high/low °C
crowds
$125
day pass
50cm
snowfall
3°/-4°
high/low °C
crowds
$129
day pass
25cm
snowfall
6°/-1°
high/low °C
crowds
$105
day pass
5cm
snowfall
10°/2°
high/low °C
crowds
$89
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 Thredbo.
Adult Day Pass
$115
per day
Season Pass
$1,100
full season
Day pass pricing at Thredbo 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. Thredbo is not currently part of a major multi-resort pass. Check the resort website for group rates and multi-day ticket bundles.
Canberra Airport (CBR)
Approx. 210 min drive
New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺
-36.5045°N, 148.3073°E
The drive from Canberra Airport to Thredbo takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. Consider booking a shuttle transfer or renting a car with winter tires and chains.
Thredbo 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 $80 per night, while mid-range hotels and condos average $150-300 per night. Luxury ski-in/ski-out properties can exceed $500 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.