FLIGHTS TO BISHOP AIRPORT (BIH)

New commercial flights into Inyo County! Passenger jets are scheduled into the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport in Bishop, CA (BIH).

FLY DIRECT FROM DENVER AND SAN FRANCISCO

BISHOP AIRPORT IS THE NEW ENTRANCE GATE TO CALIFORNIA

United Airlines now flies direct through April 9th, 2023 from San Francisco (SFO) and Denver (DEN) into Bishop, CA for the winter season, and will resume flights June 23 – September 4th.  Explore Inyo County, including Bishop, Death Valley, Lone Pine, Independence, Big Pine, Tecopa and Shoshone. Connect from the new Bishop/Mammoth Airport (BIH), to major U.S. and international cities.

United Express began service to BIH in December 2021 when they moved commercial flights from Mammoth Lakes/Yosemite Airport (MMH) to the Bishop Aiport (BIH) located just 2 miles east of downtown Bishop, CA. Fly into Bishop Airport and be climbing, skiing and exploring Inyo County.

>> Read the Blog Post: EVEN EASIER TO GET INTO BISHOP’S BIG BACKYARD – NEW WINTER AIR SERVICE 

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

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. 

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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.

BISHOP AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICES

Mammoth All Weather Shuttle (MAMMOTH) $65.00

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

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.

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  $60.00

Get to and from the Bishop Airport to Mammoth Lakes  (Door to Door Service) 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 Mon & Wed-Fri: 11AM-2PM, 4PM-8PM /
    Sat, Sun: 3PM-8PM  / Closed Tuesdays

  • 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

  • please pay IN ADVANCE for overnight parking
    at the *Airport Operations desk in the terminal

    Overnight Parking  –  $6
    Monthly Parking 
    Vehicles less than 24 feet in length – $50/month
    Vehicles great than 24 feet in length – $75/month

* Prices are subject to change.