Get your skis on.

Aer Lingus scheduled services to Lyon, Munich, and a charter service to Salzburg will take off this Saturday, December 21st, operating on a weekly basis through March 2025.

Ski fans can travel through Cork Airport to the Swiss, Bavarian, and French Alps and access some of Europe’s most popular ski resorts, getting from “plane to piste” in a matter of hours via handy transfers.

Spanning across multiple countries, the Swiss, Bavarian, and French Alps offer some of the most breathtaking scenery and diverse ski terrains in the world. From the high-altitude glaciers of Zermatt in Switzerland to the expansive slopes of Les Trois Vallées in France, the Alps cater to all levels of skiers. Each region is renowned for its variety of luxurious resorts, idyllic Alpine villages, and lively après-ski culture.

From Salzburg Airport, ski-holidaymakers can travel to popular resorts like St. Johann, Bad Gastein, Zell an See, Kitzbuhel and Schladming – all within a two hour transfer of Salzburg. Meanwhile, Munich Airport offers access to great ski resorts like Mayrhofen and St. Anton – both within a three-hour transfer; while Lyon Airport will bring holidaymakers within striking distance of Tignes – Val d’Isere, Val Thorens and La Plagne.

“Winter sports are a growing and important travel market segment and here at Cork Airport, we’re delighted to service this market.” said Niall MacCarthy Managing Director at Cork Airport.

“Should these routes prove successful, we hope to offer even more ski options for intrepid skiers in the winter ahead.”

Skiers travelling in December and thereafter are advised to arrive at the airport in plenty of time to ensure that their equipment and ski gear is checked in. Oversized baggage can be checked-in at the Aer Lingus check-in desks (24 – 29) and brought to the oversized baggage belt near check-in desk 1.