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2026–27 season. Ikon prices and access checked October 26, 2026; Epic prices checked October 21, 2026. Standard USD prices before tax; Ikon adults 23+, Epic adults 31+. Epic says pass prices rise November 15, 2026 (deadline checked October 26, 2026). Ikon source · Epic price source · Epic deadline source. Prices can change. Check resort opening dates before traveling; travel costs are estimates.

BREAK-EVEN CALCULATOR

Compare pass cost with the tickets you would otherwise buy

$189
$100$250
8 days
1 day30 days
$300$200$100$0
1102030
Cost per Day (Ikon)
Assumed Day Ticket Price
Cost Per Day
$137
You break even at 6 days
🎿Estimated ticket savings: $413 this season, before taxes and fees.

YOUR SCENARIOS

Conservative
5
$220/day
Your Estimate
8
$137/day
Save $413
Optimistic
12
$92/day
Save $1169

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