© Skialpin Gerlitzen Alpe, Carinthia; Franz Gerdl
Fancy a ski holiday with sunny slopes and guaranteed snow? Come discover Carinthia, Austria’s best-kept secret! Starting December 16, EasyJet is offering weekly direct flights from London Gatwick to Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia. Austria’s sunny southernmost state is in the heart of ski country, with easy access to 30 ski resorts in Carinthia and East Tyrol. If you’ve never been here before, now is the time to explore everything the region has to offer. From shredding powder to relaxing in the spa, from exquisite cuisine to horse-drawn carriage rides, a week has never gone by so fast!
The new weekly direct flights by EasyJet will operate throughout ski season, from December 16 to April 14. Flights leave from London Gatwick every Saturday morning at 11:30am and depart from Klagenfurt every Saturday at 3:35pm. Prices start at just over £20 for a one-way ticket.
Family holidays in Carinthia © Kärnten Werbung, Franz Gerdl
Once you get to Carinthia, it’s quick and easy to reach your accommodation. Carinthian Transfer is a stress-free way to get to popular destinations such as Bad Kleinkirchheim and Nassfeld. Transfers to Bad Kleinkirchheim or Nassfeld each take about an hour, and can be pre-booked online. Prices vary, generally starting at around £50. Carinthian Station Shuttle provides help with connections when travelling by train. It’s also possible to rent a car at Klagenfurt Airport if you want a bit more freedom once you're there.
EasyJet is a budget airline so don't expect too many frills, and be sure to check the baggage restrictions before you go on your flight. A standard ticket allows you to bring one piece of baggage that measures up to 56x45x25cm. You can bring additional hold luggage for an extra fee, as well as skis, boots and snowboards, which count as “small sports equipment”. You’ll pay £37 if you book your sports equipment online, as opposed to £47 if you do it at the airport. For more details, check the EasyJet baggage policy, their prices and their additional instructions for bringing sports equipment. Our article on packing for a budget flight to a ski holiday can also give you some handy tips on how to fit everything.
A wide variety of slopes and the longest floodlit piste in the Alps mean you'll never get bored skiing in Carinthia. Carinthia is the perfect place for family ski holidays, with discounts for the little ones and specially adapted activities. The Top Ski Pass Carinthia & East Tyrol grants access to 30 ski areas in Carinthia and East Tyrol, making up over 800km of pistes across the two states. And this combined ski pass starts at just €222, or €111 for children. For those looking to explore away from the crowds, there is seemingly endless off-piste terrain and some excellent ski touring trails.
Klagenfurt itself is a pretty town set against the picturesque backdrop of the mountains and lakes. On the border between Austria, Italy and Slovenia, the capital of Carinthia has a laid-back, happy vibe, with an emphasis on fresh cuisine and savouring the good things in life. The historical centre has buildings dating back to medieval times, and each year the city lights up for the annual Christmas market, just one of the many festive Advent markets you'll find in Carinthia.
Klagenfurt am Wörther See © Kärnten Werbung; photographed by Franz Gerdl
With EasyJet's new direct flights from London Gatwick to Carinthia this season, your ski holidays just got a lot easier. Friendly on the wallet, with a welcoming atmosphere and fantastic skiing - what's not to love? Come discover different ski resorts and a side of Austria you never knew before. Book your trip today!
Family skiing at Katschberg © Kärnten Werbung; photographed by Franz Gerdl
© Skialpin Gerlitzen Alpe, Carinthia; Franz Gerdl
Fancy a ski holiday with sunny slopes and guaranteed snow? Come discover Carinthia, Austria’s best-kept secret! Starting December 16, EasyJet is offering weekly direct flights from London Gatwick to Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia. Austria’s sunny southernmost state is in the heart of ski country, with easy access to 30 ski resorts in Carinthia and East Tyrol. If you’ve never been here before, now is the time to explore everything the region has to offer. From shredding powder to relaxing in the spa, from exquisite cuisine to horse-drawn carriage rides, a week has never gone by so fast!
The new weekly direct flights by EasyJet will operate throughout ski season, from December 16 to April 14. Flights leave from London Gatwick every Saturday morning at 11:30am and depart from Klagenfurt every Saturday at 3:35pm. Prices start at just over £20 for a one-way ticket.
Family holidays in Carinthia © Kärnten Werbung, Franz Gerdl
Once you get to Carinthia, it’s quick and easy to reach your accommodation. Carinthian Transfer is a stress-free way to get to popular destinations such as Bad Kleinkirchheim and Nassfeld. Transfers to Bad Kleinkirchheim or Nassfeld each take about an hour, and can be pre-booked online. Prices vary, generally starting at around £50. Carinthian Station Shuttle provides help with connections when travelling by train. It’s also possible to rent a car at Klagenfurt Airport if you want a bit more freedom once you're there.
EasyJet is a budget airline so don't expect too many frills, and be sure to check the baggage restrictions before you go on your flight. A standard ticket allows you to bring one piece of baggage that measures up to 56x45x25cm. You can bring additional hold luggage for an extra fee, as well as skis, boots and snowboards, which count as “small sports equipment”. You’ll pay £37 if you book your sports equipment online, as opposed to £47 if you do it at the airport. For more details, check the EasyJet baggage policy, their prices and their additional instructions for bringing sports equipment. Our article on packing for a budget flight to a ski holiday can also give you some handy tips on how to fit everything.
A wide variety of slopes and the longest floodlit piste in the Alps mean you'll never get bored skiing in Carinthia. Carinthia is the perfect place for family ski holidays, with discounts for the little ones and specially adapted activities. The Top Ski Pass Carinthia & East Tyrol grants access to 30 ski areas in Carinthia and East Tyrol, making up over 800km of pistes across the two states. And this combined ski pass starts at just €222, or €111 for children. For those looking to explore away from the crowds, there is seemingly endless off-piste terrain and some excellent ski touring trails.
Klagenfurt itself is a pretty town set against the picturesque backdrop of the mountains and lakes. On the border between Austria, Italy and Slovenia, the capital of Carinthia has a laid-back, happy vibe, with an emphasis on fresh cuisine and savouring the good things in life. The historical centre has buildings dating back to medieval times, and each year the city lights up for the annual Christmas market, just one of the many festive Advent markets you'll find in Carinthia.
Klagenfurt am Wörther See © Kärnten Werbung; photographed by Franz Gerdl
With EasyJet's new direct flights from London Gatwick to Carinthia this season, your ski holidays just got a lot easier. Friendly on the wallet, with a welcoming atmosphere and fantastic skiing - what's not to love? Come discover different ski resorts and a side of Austria you never knew before. Book your trip today!
Family skiing at Katschberg © Kärnten Werbung; photographed by Franz Gerdl
Born and raised in the ski paradise of Vancouver, Canada, I learned to ski before I can remember, balancing precariously on my parents’ skis as they sailed down the hill. I started snowboarding in my teens and am now delighted to be exploring everything Europe’s ski scene has to offer!
