Ski holidays direct from Manchester Airport to suit every ability with returns from £28

During the winter thousands of Brits jet off to mountain destinations in Europe and beyond to hit the slopes and embrace the après ski lifestyle.

Manchester Airport offers direct flights to several popular winter holiday destinations in Europe and further afield, with return flights starting from £28 per person.

Whether you’re an experienced snowboarder or a beginner on the skis, there’s an option to suit everyone. There’s family-friendly resorts too, where little ones can learn the ropes on the slopes too.

Here are some winter sports holiday destinations served by Manchester Airport based on experience level, including resorts in Austria, Germany and Switzerland.

If it’s your first time picking up the skis, gentle slopes and friendly weather conditions are what you’re looking for.

The Swiss pioneered winter tourism and if you’re a ski novice, the slopes around Zurich are a great place to start. There are many beginner ski areas near Zurich, great for both adults and kids. Brunni is an affordable yet impressive resort - it has a 50m long ‘magic carpet’ surface lift, and a T-bar lift with a short and easy blue run.

If it’s a ski school you’re looking for, Flumserberg has great instructors to help the whole family become naturals on the snow. With easy, flat terrain, you’ll be gliding along independently in no time.

You can reach Zurich from only £47pp return with easyJet.

A tiny nation tucked between Spain and France in the Pyrenees mountains, Andorra’s ski scene has been growing in reputation and size in recent years – but retains the charm of a hidden gem.

Arinsal is a great resort for beginners owing to its gentle, easily navigable slopes and a dedicated nursery slope used by ski schools. Nearby Soldeu also has 78