Big Sky vs Killington
Comparing Big Sky (MT) and Killington (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Big Sky
Big Sky, MT
Ikon pass
Window price$222
Online (advance)$98
Season pass$1,329
Killington
Killington, VT
Independent pass
Window price$219
Online (advance)$159
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Side-by-side
| Stat | Big Sky | Killington | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $222 | $219 | Killington |
| Online (30+ days) | $98 | $159 | Big Sky |
| Season pass | $1,329 | — | Big Sky |
| Annual snowfall | 400" | 250" | Big Sky |
| Skiable acres | 5,850 | 1,980 | Big Sky |
| Vertical drop | 4,366' | 3,050' | Big Sky |
| Runs | 317 | 155 | Big Sky |
| Lifts | 28 | 22 | Big Sky |
| Summit elevation | 11,166' | 4,241' | Big Sky |
| Beginner terrain | 15% | 28% | Killington |
| Advanced terrain | 60% | 39% | Big Sky |
| Average lift wait | 10 min | 15 min | Big Sky |
The Match
Big Sky is cheaper at the gate ($98 vs $159 entry). Big Sky is significantly bigger (5,850 vs 1,980 acres). Big Sky sees more snow (400" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Big Sky is Ikon, Killington is Independent.