Make the most of your trip
From world-famous Alpine resorts to Nordic winter wonderlands, Europe offers skiing for every traveler. Switzerland and Austria are known for dramatic mountain scenery and extensive ski areas, while Norway and Finland offer quieter slopes and unique Arctic experiences.
Icelandair offers flights to top ski gateways across Europe, with year-round flights to Zurich, Munich, Oslo and Helsinki. Seasonal flights to Geneva operate during both summer and winter periods, while Salzburg and Verona are served during the winter season.
With no additional airfare, you can enrich your mountain adventure with a Stopover in Iceland for a unique Icelandic skiing experience.
Zurich is one of the best gateways to skiing in the Swiss Alps. Within a few hours of the airport, you can reach legendary resorts including: St. Moritz (best for intermediates and advanced skiers), Davos Klosters (suitable for all level skiers and families), Verbier (best for advanced and expert skiers) and Laax (best for intermediates, advanced skiers and snowboarders). These destinations offer excellent snow conditions, extensive terrain for all level skiers, luxury mountain villages and spectacular Alpine scenery. With year-round flights to Zurich, Icelandair makes it easy to plan a ski adventure at any time of the season. Start your ski trip by booking your flight to Zurich.
Geneva provides convenient access to some of the most famous ski resorts in the French and Swiss Alps: Chamonix (best for advanced skiers), Morzine (best for beginners, families and intermediates), Avoriaz (best for intermediates and advanced skiers) and Les Gets (best for beginners and families). These resorts give you access to Mont Blanc's mountain landscapes. Icelandair operates flights to Geneva during both the summer and winter travel seasons, offering convenient access to the Alps when the ski season begins. Start your adventure by booking your flight to Geneva.
Salzburg is one of Europe's premier gateways for ski holidays in Austria. Located near some of the country's most famous Alpine resorts, it is an excellent choice for travelers seeking world-class skiing and picturesque mountain villages. Popular ski areas near Salzburg include: Saalbach-Hinterglemm and Kitzbühel (both are best for intermediate and advanced skiers), Zell am See-Kaprun (popular with families and beginner skiers), Obertauern (suitable for families and experienced skiers alike) and Ski Amadé region (best for beginners, families and intermediate skiers). Icelandair's winter seasonal flights to Salzburg provide direct access to Austria's ski regions during the peak winter months. Whether you're looking for beginner-friendly slopes, family ski holidays or challenging Alpine terrain, flight to Salzburg gives you access to Austria's best skiing adventures.
Munich is the perfect starting point for a ski trip to Germany's Bavarian Alps. Ski destinations like Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the Zugspitze ski area (best for intermediate and advanced skiers), Oberstdorf (popular with families and mixed-ability groups) combine excellent skiing with charming alpine villages. With year-round flights to Munich, Icelandair offers flexible access to Bavaria and the nearby Alpine ski regions. Begin your adventure by booking your flight to Munich.
Verona is an excellent gateway to some of northern Italy's most popular ski destinations. Top ski resorts such as Madonna di Campiglio and Val di Fassa (both are best for beginners, families and intermediate skiers), Arabba (best for intermediate and advanced skiers) and Cortina d'Ampezzo (best for intermediate, advanced and expert skiers) offer spectacular Dolomite scenery, outstanding skiing and authentic Italian mountain culture. Icelandair serves Verona during the winter season, making it an ideal gateway for ski trips to the Italian Alps and Dolomites. Start your ski trip by booking your flight to Verona.
Oslo offers easy access to some of Scandinavia's top ski destinations: Trysil (best for beginners, families and mixed-ability groups), Hemsedal - often called the "Scandinavian Alps" (best for intermediate and advanced skiers) and Hafjell (best for all abilities, a great choice for families and groups with mixed skiing levels). Norwegian ski resorts are known for dependable snow and a relaxed atmosphere. With year-round flights to Oslo, Icelandair makes it easy to discover Norway's ski resorts throughout the season. Start by booking your flight to Oslo.
Finland offers a different kind of ski experience, combining snow-covered forests, northern lights adventures and excellent winter sports facilities. Popular resorts include: Levi (best for beginners, families and intermediates), Ylläs (best for intermediates and advanced skiers) and Ruka (best for beginners, families and freestyle skiers). Year-round flights to Helsinki provide convenient access to Finland's renowned winter destinations. If you are seeking a true Arctic ski experience, start by booking your flight to Helsinki and discover the magic of Finnish Lapland.
Helpful information for planning your ski trip
Most airlines offer the option to travel with ski equipment, although baggage allowances, fees and size restrictions may vary. Check the latest baggage information for your Icelandair flight to ensure your equipment meets the requirements.
Most ski resorts throughout Europe begin opening in late November and close in the end of April. It will of course depend on local conditions, and some resorts may close earlier or later.
Resorts with some of the longest ski seasons are located at higher elevations and in glacier-supported ski areas. For travelers flying via Icelandair's ski gateways, some ski resorts with longest ski seasons include: St. Moritz, Davos (Switzerland), Obertauern (Austria), Kaprun (Kitzsteinhorn Glacier) in Austria. Generally, higher-altitude resorts in the Swiss Alps, Austrian Alps and Italian Alps offer some of Europe's longest and most reliable ski seasons. If you're planning your trip at the beginning or end of winter, choosing a high-altitude or glacier-supported resort will provide the most dependable skiing conditions.
For travelers seeking the best combination of snow coverage and resort availability, February and early March are considered ideal for a ski trip in Europe.
These ski resorts are easiest to reach from airport: Chamonix - around 1 hour 15 minutes by transfer or rental car from Geneva International Airport (GVA), Zell am See-Kaprun - 1 hour 30 minutes by train or car from Salzburg Airport (SZG), Laax - around 2 hours by car or shuttle from Zürich Airport (ZRH), Garmisch-Partenkirchen - 1 hour 30 minutes by train or car from Munich Airport (MUC), Madonna di Campiglio - around 2 hours by car from Verona Airport (VRN), Trysil - around 2 hours by transfer or rental car from Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL), Levi - reachable via a short connecting flight from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kittilä Airport, followed by a transfer of about 10-15 minutes.