Eastern Sierra Regional Airport
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport, identified as BIH and KBIH, is a medium airport serving Bishop in the eastern Sierra region of California, United States. Sitting at 4,124 feet (1,257 m) above sea level, the airport is a practical gateway for travellers heading into mountain and high-desert landscapes, so visitors should keep the elevation in mind when planning onward driving, outdoor activities, or adjusting after arrival. The airport operates on the America/Los_Angeles time zone.
About Eastern Sierra Regional Airport
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport, identified as BIH and KBIH, is a medium airport serving Bishop in the eastern Sierra region of California, United States. Sitting at 4,124 feet (1,257 m) above sea level, the airport is a practical gateway for travellers heading into mountain and high-desert landscapes, so visitors should keep the elevation in mind when planning onward driving, outdoor activities, or adjusting after arrival. The airport operates on the America/Los_Angeles time zone.
Overview
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport, identified as BIH and KBIH, is a medium airport serving Bishop in the eastern Sierra region of California, United States. Sitting at 4,124 feet (1,257 m) above sea level, the airport is a practical gateway for travellers heading into mountain and high-desert landscapes, so visitors should keep the elevation in mind when planning onward driving, outdoor activities, or adjusting after arrival. The airport operates on the America/Los_Angeles time zone.
What Travellers Should Know
- The airport has three lighted asphalt runways, which supports operations in a range of conditions and gives it more flexibility than many small regional airfields.
- Runway 12/30 is the longest at 7,498 feet, while 08/26 measures 5,567 feet and 17/35 measures 5,600 feet.
- Because the runways are lighted, the airfield is equipped for arrivals and departures beyond daylight hours, which can be reassuring for passengers with early or late schedules.
- Its role is less about big-terminal complexity and more about straightforward regional access to Bishop and the surrounding Eastern Sierra area.
Why It Matters for Your Trip
For most travellers, Eastern Sierra Regional Airport is best understood as a simple arrival point rather than a destination in itself. Its value lies in location: it puts you close to Bishop and within reach of scenic mountain routes, outdoor recreation, and road trips through dramatic high-country terrain. Before you travel, it is worth checking the official airport website at http://www.inyocounty.us/Airport/index.html for current local information, facilities, and any airport-specific updates that could affect your plans.
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FAQ
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport — frequently asked questions
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9 common questions
- Eastern Sierra Regional Airport is located in Bishop, United States (North America), at coordinates 37.370°, -118.370°.
- Its IATA code is BIH and its ICAO code is KBIH.
- Eastern Sierra Regional Airport serves Bishop, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Eastern Sierra Regional Airport operates on America/Los_Angeles local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Eastern Sierra Regional Airport sits at latitude 37.370° and longitude -118.370°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BIH. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BIH is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BIH on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is 703 Airport Road, Bishop, California, 93514, United States, the phone number is +1 760-872-2971, the official website is http://www.inyocounty.us/Airport/index.html. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.