In Avoriaz the choice is simpler than it looks. For winter 2026/27 the lift company sells an Avoriaz only pass for just 5 hours, 1 day or 2 days. For a week’s skiing, the Portes du Soleil pass is the only multi day option, so the real decisions are when and how to buy it, and whether beginners should start on a cheaper beginner pass.
The short answer
- A week in Avoriaz: buy a Portes du Soleil pass. There is no week long Avoriaz only pass in 2026/27.
- Buy online: six days for an adult was €352 online against €373 at the ticket office in peak season.
- Complete beginners: consider a 2 day beginner pass, then a 4 day Portes du Soleil pass.
- Children under 5 ski free, but the pass must be collected from a ticket office with proof of age.
Avoriaz pass or Portes du Soleil pass?
| Avoriaz ski area | Portes du Soleil | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 34 lifts, 75 km of runs | 197 lifts, 650 km of runs, 12 resorts |
| Pass lengths | 5 hours, 1 day, 2 days or season | From 5 hours up to a week or more |
| Adult, 1 day | €43 to €55 online (dynamic), €59 at the ticket office | €69 online, €73 at the ticket office (peak) |
| Changes and refunds | Dynamic online prices cannot be changed or refunded | Check the conditions when you buy |
Figures from the official Avoriaz lift pass site and avoriaz.com, checked 28 October 2026. A €3 hands free card is needed for each pass.
Portes du Soleil prices for 2026/27
| Six days | Online, 19 Dec to 19 Mar | Ticket office, 19 Dec to 19 Mar | Ticket office, 20 Mar to 18 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (26 to 64) | €352 | €373 | €317 |
| Junior (16 to 25) | €317 | €336 | €286 |
| Child (5 to 16) | €264 | €280 | €238 |
| Senior (65 to 74) | €317 | €336 | €286 |
| 75 and over | €174 | €174 | €174 |
Public prices from the official rates page. Under 5s ski free. The age bands are the lift company’s own, so check which band each person falls into on the first day of skiing.
What a family of four pays
For two adults and two children aged 5 to 15, six day Portes du Soleil passes in peak season (for example February half term) come to €1,232 online or €1,306 at the ticket office, plus €3 for each hands free card. That is our own sum from the official prices.
Complete beginners: start on the beginner pass
Avoriaz sells a beginner pass that covers the nursery and gentler lifts, including Proclou next to Amara: €33 for 5 hours, €39 for a day or €69 for two days in 2026/27. A first timer could buy two beginner days and then a four day Portes du Soleil pass, which costs €246 online for an adult or €185 for a child.
| First timer | 2 beginner days + 4 day Portes du Soleil (online) | 6 day Portes du Soleil (online) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €315 | €352 |
| Child | €254 | €264 |
The saving is modest, so it only makes sense if the beginner days really will be spent on the nursery slopes. Book ski school first and fit the pass around the lessons. See our ski hire and lessons guide.
Offers worth knowing about
- Early booking: up to 15% off Portes du Soleil passes of five days or more bought by 30 November 2026, excluding school holidays.
- Slide offer: from 20 March 2027, a free pass for children under 12 when you buy a Portes du Soleil pass of at least five days.
- Season passes: pre sale discounts until 30 November 2026, and a free season pass for children under 12 with a parent’s adult season pass.
Offers have conditions and change from year to year, so read them on the official site before you buy.
Getting the most from your pass
- Avoriaz links to Châtel, to Champéry and Les Crosets in Switzerland, and to Morzine and Les Gets, so a Portes du Soleil pass opens up day trips without a car.
- Keep the hands free card in a pocket away from your phone.
- The Prodains Express cable car from the valley is included for skiers; foot passengers pay separately. Our Geneva to Avoriaz transfers guide has the details.
Planning the rest of your trip? See our Avoriaz ski guide and where to stay in Avoriaz.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy a six day Avoriaz only lift pass?
Not for winter 2026/27. The lift company sells Avoriaz only passes for 5 hours, 1 day or 2 days, plus a season pass. For longer stays, the Portes du Soleil pass is the only option.
Do children ski free in Avoriaz?
Children under 5 ski free, with the pass collected from a ticket office with proof of age. From 20 March 2027 there is also a free pass for children under 12 with a Portes du Soleil pass of five days or more.
Is it cheaper to buy Avoriaz lift passes online?
Yes, in peak season a six day Portes du Soleil pass was €352 online against €373 at the ticket office for an adult.
Can I get a refund on an Avoriaz day pass?
Avoriaz only passes sold online use dynamic pricing and cannot be changed or refunded, according to the official site.
Prices and conditions are set by the lift company and can change. Always check the official site before you buy.