21/22 WINTER SEASON AIR SERVICE – FLIGHTS TO BISHOP AIRPORT

New commercial flights into Inyo County! Passenger jets are scheduled into the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport in Bishop, CA (BIH) starting December 19, 2021.  United Airlines will be moving all commercial flights to Bishop Aiport (BIH) located just 2 miles east of downtown Bishop, CA. The move from Mammoth Lakes/Yosemite Airport, will allow United Airlines to improve the reliability of service and expand to offer daily flights. During the winter months, guests can take advantage of nonstop flights from 3 major hubs; Los Angeles, San Francisco and Denver, and summer offers nonstop service from LAX.

UNITED AIRLINES

COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS INTO BISHOP

This winter, United Airlines will fly direct from Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO) and Denver (DEN) into Bishop, CA. Explore Inyo County, including Bishop, Death Valley, Lone Pine, Independence, Big Pine, Tecopa and Shoshone. Connect from the new Eastern Sierra Regional Airport/Bishop (BIH), to major U.S. and international cities.

Additional flights may be added for holiday periods, and all schedules are subject to change.  

Book a Flight! (BIH)

The Bishop Airport encourages customers to arrive early and allow ample time for parking, check in, and screening prior to any flight. Be sure to check with your airline on recommended arrival times. 

  1. Purchase Tickets on United Airlines to BIH
  2. Check Your United Flight Status – Search by Route or Flight Number
  3. Check-in and Airport Processing Times (united.com)
  4. Report Lost Items | United Airlines
  5. United Airlines Baggage Calculator

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

By Taxi, Shuttle or Rental Car

From Eastern Sierra Regional Airport (BIH) in Bishop, CA, several transportation companies will provide service from Bishop to Mammoth Lakes. Rental cars are also available at the Bishop Airport, but we recommend the ground transportation option if you’re headed to Mammoth, as once you arrive, a car is unnecessary. Check back for details. New shuttle services are set to begin in December.

SHUTTLE SERVICES

Sierra Shuttle Service (BISHOP/MAMMOTH)

Book group shuttle service to locations around town, including to and from the airport Mammoth Mountain lodges and more, with Sierra Shuttle Service. Long-distance rides to trailheads and regional destinations are also available. Call to Book your Shuttle 760-914-2746.

Mammoth All Weather Shuttle (MAMMOTH)

Mammoth All Weather Shuttle aka MAWS provides scheduled point-to-point shuttle service anywhere around Mammoth Lakes, including the airport. Long-distance rides to trailheads and regional destinations are also available. Call for a MAWS reservation 760-709-2927.

Eastern Sierra Transit Authority

Eastern Sierra Transit provides passenger bus service between and in the rural communities of Inyo and Mono County. Check out the routes and schedule. Need a pick-up? Call Dial-a-Ride. 1-800-922-1930

RENTAL CARS AT BISHOP AIRPORT

Rental cars are the best option if you’re staying in Bishop. Pick up is available at the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport  with Enterprise Car Rentals and National Car Rental. Supply is LIMITED, reservations are strongly recommended. Call ahead to confirm your reservation!
National Car Rental 760-709-4214  | Enterprise Car Rental 909-204-1759

TAXI SERVICES

Mammoth Taxi

Get to and from the Bishop Airport to Mammoth Lakes with Mammoth Taxi. Reservations are required for long trips – call Mammoth Taxi 760-924-8294.

Inyo County does not endorse any of the businesses listed on this page. If you have services you would like listed on this page, contact the Airport Manager at sloven@inyocounty.us

AIRPORT SERVICES

BISHOP AIRPORT TERMINAL SERVICES

The Terminal opens at 8:00 a.m. and remains open until the last flight of the day clears, typically by 5pm.  Other businesses in the Terminal have different operational hours, as noted for the individual businesses.

  • Restaurant/Lounge
    Thai Thai Restaurant 760-872-2595
    Offers a sit-down dining experience (MENU)
    Open Weekdays 11AM-2PM, 4PM-8PM
    Open Weekends 3PM-8PM

  • WiFi Service Available

  • Charging Stations Limited

  • Water Bottle Filling Station in Gate Area

  • Drinking Fountain in Lobby

PARKING RATES

DAILY, OVERNIGHT & MONTHLY

Outdoor, uncovered parking is available at Bishop Airport

  • Day Parking – FREE

  • Pick Up/Drop Off – FREE

  • Overnight Parking  –  $TBD

*Rates will be increasing in 2022. Inquire about monthly parking rates. Prices are subject to change.