A lift pass is a necessity for every ski holiday. With the exception of a few free beginner lifts to the nursery slopes in some resorts, you'll need a lift pass to get up on the slopes and to explore the vast terrain of a ski area.

How much are ski lift passes?

The table below shows all our catered chalet resorts and the cost of an adult six day full area lift pass during peak season weeks (correct as of June 2026).

Why buy your lift pass in advance?

• Purchase Protection - If you lose your lift pass while you're away, our resort teams and UK office can help liaise with the local lift pass office on your behalf. Just make sure you keep your receipt and take a picture once you recieve it! 
• Expert Advice - As a company run by skiers, for skiers, we can help you choose the right lift pass for your holiday. Whether you're deciding between a local or full-area pass, we'll recommend the best option based on your ability level and skiing ambitions.
• Lock In Today's Price - Once you've added your lift pass to your booking, the price is secured and won't increase, even if resort prices rise before you travel. Better still, you won't need to pay for it until the balance of your holiday is due, around 10 weeks before departure.
• Avoid Foreign Transaction Fees - Buying your lift pass through Skiworld means you won't incur any overseas card or bank charges that may apply when purchasing in resort.
• Flexible Upgrades - Want to ski further afield? You can upgrade your lift pass before you travel or while you're in resort, and we'll be happy to arrange it for you.

Local area vs full area lift passes: Which should you choose? 

We offer a choice of local area or full area lift passes with all our ski holidays.

A local area pass gives you access to the slopes within your chosen resort. For example, in Val Thorens, a local pass covers the resort's ski area only.

A full area pass gives you access to the entire linked ski domain. In the case of Val Thorens, that means skiing across the whole Three Valleys area, including Méribel and Courchevel.

Local area lift passes are included as standard with our Ski All-In Deals and selected lift pass offers (where available), with the option to upgrade to a full area pass during the booking process.

For most skiers and snowboarders, we recommend a full area pass. It gives you the freedom to explore more terrain, discover different villages, enjoy a wider choice of mountain restaurants and make the most of the ski area throughout your holiday. If you're an experienced skier or snowboarder, a full area pass is almost essential. It unlocks access to the entire ski domain, allowing you to explore more challenging terrain, seek out the best snow conditions and make the most of every run.

A local area pass can be a good option for complete beginners, who are likely to spend most of their first week on the slopes closest to their resort.

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Best lift pass offers right now

All-Inclusive Ski Holidays
Book an all-inclusive ski holiday with your lift pass and ski hire (or ski carriage) included in the price as well as your accommodation, flights and transfer, and you could save up to £250 per person. No extra money down when booking in advance, just the standard £195pp deposit. Combinable with other offers!
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Lift & Pour - FREE Lift Pass 
Save up to £427 per person with a FREE lift pass across select catered chalet holidays departing the 6/7th, 20th/21st Febraury and 13th/14th March. Plus, enjoy a complimentary case of Laithwaites wine to enjoy over the summer months and countdown to your ski trip. T&Cs apply.
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Early Group Bookings = SAVINGS
Secure your whole chalet booking with deposit of just £99 per person, plus as group leader you'll get a FREE lift pass for rallying your crew. With chalets sleeping between six and 21, find your ideal fit.  
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First Turns Beginner Ski Packages
All the essentials in one easy bundle from just £439 for adults and £370 for children. Includes a week's lift pass, ski/snowboard and boot hire with helmet (plus poles if you're skiing) and five or six mornings of ski lessons with a fully-qualified, English-speaking instructor.
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