How big is Flims?
Flims has 220 trails served by 28 lifts — 9th for trails of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland. On lifts it ranks 13th of the 34.
Flims resort guide
Graubünden, Switzerland
Sunny slopes and extensive freeride terrain
Flims at a glance
220
Trails
28
Lifts
9,902ft
Top
3,609ft
Base
6,293ft
Vertical
ACH
Nearest airport, 47 mi
30% beginner40% intermediate30% advanced
Flims offers sunny south-facing slopes, excellent freeride opportunities, and modern lift infrastructure.
Your questions about Flims, answered
How high is Flims?
The lifts run from 3,609ft at the base to 9,902ft at the top, a vertical of 6,293ft. Of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland, that is the 6th highest, with the 4th biggest vertical.
Is Flims good for beginners or experts?
The trails at Flims split 30% beginner, 40% intermediate and 30% advanced, against an average of 30% beginner and 29% advanced across the resorts we track in Switzerland.
On those numbers it suits beginners and confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.
When is the ski season at Flims?
Over the last ten winters Flims has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around November 17 to May 22, about 188 days.
March is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 62in, 33in of new snow and 3.2 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Flims?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Sankt Gallen Altenrhein (ACH), 47 mi away in a straight line. Zürich (ZRH) is 55 mi, Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH), Germany is 59 mi. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.
How much is a lift ticket at Flims?
A 6-day adult LAAX (Flims Laax Falera) costs CHF 415 for 2026/27, or CHF 69 a day. For value it ranks 12th of the 34 resorts we price in Switzerland.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Flims
Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.
- Sankt Gallen AltenrheinACH47 mi
- ZürichZRH55 mi · major airport
- Bodensee Airport FriedrichshafenFDH59 mi · major airport
Travel time to Flims
Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.
- Fly to Zürich (ZRH)Quickest
- Flight
- 8h 30m · 3,921 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 50m · 75 mi
- Total
- ≈ 10h 20m
- Fly to Sankt Gallen Altenrhein (ACH)
- Flight
- 8h 35m · 3,962 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 35m · 63 mi
- Total
- ≈ 12h 40m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen (FDH)
- Flight
- 8h 30m · 3,954 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h · 80 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, ground transfers at an average 40 mph. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.
Flims lift ticket 2026/27
CHF 4156-day adult LAAX (Flims Laax Falera) · ≈$503
CHF 69 per day · 3.0 km of trails per € · #12 of 34 for value in Switzerland
Dynamic pricing — book early for lower prices
74value scoreGreat value
Flims trail map
We publish a trail map only once we have checked it against the resort's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Flims. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Flims has 220 trails and 28 lifts, running from 3,609ft to 9,902ft.
Why go to Flims
- High altitude and excellent snow
- Great for all skill levels
- Modern lift infrastructure
- Great for families
- Beautiful mountain scenery
- Good value for money
Things to know
- Can get crowded during peak season
- Limited nightlife
- Weather dependent
- Limited tree skiing
- Can be windy
- Limited challenging terrain
Skiing and snowboarding Flims by ability level
Beginners
Flims is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Flims offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Flims, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Flims
Food & dining
Après-ski
Price level
Mid-range
Facilities
Official resort website: flims.com
More on Flims
- Flims snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Flims snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Flims lift ticket pricesDay and multi-day ticket prices, how they have changed, and value for money
- Ski resorts in SwitzerlandLive snow reports and a map of resorts, cities and airports in Switzerland
Ski resorts near Flims
Distances are straight-line, not by road.