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Planning a trip to the snow this winter and having trouble deciding between Perisher and Thredbo? We’re here to help.
We’ve put the two Australian ski resorts head to head to see which one comes out on top. Looking at everything from lift ticket prices and the distance from major cities to which has more ski runs and a higher vertical drop, we’ve left no detail behind to ensure you get exactly what you’re looking for on your next ski holiday.
| Feature | Perisher | Thredbo |
|---|---|---|
| Lift pass (price, options available) | From $130 | From $131 (See ticket options below) |
| Season pass | $1,720 | $1,699 |
| Season dates | 8 June - 7 October 2019 | 8 June - 7 October 2019 |
| Dining in the village (restaurants, bars or cafés) | 33 | 33 |
| Accommodation options in the village | 34 | 61 |
| Distance from Jindabyne/Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra |
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| Lifts | 47 | 14 |
| Runs | 119 | 53 |
| Breakdown of runs |
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| Longest run | 3km | 5km |
| Terrain parks | 5 | 5 |
| Vertical | 355m | 672m |
| Night skiing | Yes, Tuesdays and Saturdays (June to September) | Yes, Twilight Riding on Friday Flat on Thursday nights (July and August only). Kids Flare Run on Thursdays from 28 June until 27 September and Adults Flare Run every Saturday. |
| Ski lessons | From $61 (See more options below) | From $75 (See more options below) |
| Is ski in ski out available? | Yes | Yes |
Prices obtained on 15 July based on passes from 1 August 2019.
| Days | Perisher | Thredbo (+$5 My Thredbo Card) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $130 | $133 |
| 2 days | $242 | $249 |
| 3 days | $348 | $355 |
| 4 days | $460 | $469 |
| Days | Perisher | Thredbo (+$5 My Thredbo Card) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | $72 | $71 |
| 2 days | $134 | $135 |
| 3 days | $193 | $179 |
| 4 days | $255 | $238 |
It depends on what you’re looking for. Both ski resorts are popular choices and have more than enough to offer to fill a ski weekend, but if you’re after better skiing or a better village atmosphere, then we have some suggestions for you.
Best for skiing: Perisher. Although Thredbo does have a higher drop, Perisher has almost three times the number of runs available and skiable terrain.
Best for its village and aprés-ski: Thredbo. There’s many more accommodation options and the village has a great alpine atmosphere.
Best for affordability: Perisher. Lessons and lift tickets are a bit cheaper at Perisher than at Thredbo, and if you’re travelling with a group or family the difference can add up.
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Australia flights for ski holidays from $155 each way
Valid for travel on select dates. Sample fare is Sydney-Canberra with Virgin Australia. Other nearby ski resorts include Thredbo, Charlotte Pass, Jindabyne, Snowy Mountains, Perisher and Selwyn Snowfields.
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| 31 Jul 2019 | Extra 8% off flights worldwide | AUM**** |
| 20 May 2019 | Up to 15% off airport parking across Australia | AWA**** |
| 9 Apr 2019 | Up to 50% off experiences + extra 10% off with code | FIN**** |
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What is the 1 and 2 day pricing on weekends if you do not purchase in advance for both Thredbo & Perisher?
Hi Alex,
Thanks for reaching out to finder. The pricing would vary depending on the pack you choose. Best to visit the official site of Thredbo and Perisher directly to get the exact price range for the 1- and 2-day tickets on weekends.
Cheers,
May