Eastern Sierra Regional Airport (BIH)
Bishop, US 🇺🇸 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KBIH
IATA
BIH
Elevation
4124 ft
Region
US-CA
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GPS Code: KBIH
Local Code: BIH
Location: 37.3731° N, -118.363998° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
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Online Reviews Summary
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport (KBIH/BIH) generally receives positive traveler sentiment, primarily due to its small size and the resulting ease of use. While its facilities are modest, it serves as a convenient gateway to the stunning Eastern Sierra region, offering a less stressful alternative to larger metropolitan airports.
What Travelers Love
- Ease of Use: Travelers appreciate the airport's small size, which makes for a straightforward and easy airport experience with only one check-in desk and a small waiting area.
- Convenient Access to Eastern Sierra: BIH is highly valued for its logistical convenience, providing direct access to the outdoor activities and natural beauty of the Eastern Sierra, including Mammoth Lakes and various trailheads.
- Free Daily Parking: The airport offers outdoor, uncovered parking with free daily parking, and affordable overnight parking at $6/night.
- On-site Dining: There is a Thai restaurant in the airport that serves excellent Thai food.
- Multiple Ground Transportation Options: A variety of shuttle services (Mammoth All Weather Shuttle, Sierra Shuttle Service, Elevated Transportation, Mammoth Taxi, Mammoth Cabs, Mountain Pick Up Taxi) and Eastern Sierra Transit (ESTA) bus service are available for onward travel, particularly to Mammoth Lakes and other regional destinations.
Common Complaints
- Weather-Related Delays: The airport's location makes it susceptible to delays due to strong winds and blizzards, especially impacting incoming flights.
- Limited Car Rental Availability: While rental car services from Enterprise and National are available on-site, supply is often limited, and advance reservations are strongly recommended.
- Less Developed Facilities: Compared to larger airports, BIH has fewer amenities and less developed facilities, as expected for a regional airport of its size.
- Lack of Uber/Lyft: Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are not available, necessitating reservations for other ground transportation options.
Overall, Eastern Sierra Regional Airport is recommended for travelers prioritizing convenience and direct access to the Eastern Sierra, despite its susceptibility to weather delays and limited on-site amenities. It offers a no-frills, efficient travel experience, particularly if ground transportation and rental cars are booked in advance.
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Operating at Eastern Sierra Regional AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
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| 1 | 5 | 1 | Sep 2, 2025 | |
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1 | 5 | 1 | Aug 22, 2025 |
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1 | 1 | 1 | Sep 2, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07/25 |
5566 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
12/30 |
7498 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
16/34 |
5600 ft | 100 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
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| A/D | OAKLAND CNTR | 125.75 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.025 MHz |
| RDO | RIVERSIDE RDO | 122.6 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.0 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Local taxi services are available for transportation to and from the airport. It is highly recommended to book your ride in advance, as taxis may not be waiting on-site. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have extremely limited or no availability in the area.
Rental Cars
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the primary rental agency and has a counter located inside the airport terminal. Due to limited vehicle availability, making a reservation well in advance of your arrival is strongly advised, especially during peak seasons.
Public Transportation
There is no fixed-route public bus service that stops directly at the airport terminal. However, the Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) offers a Dial-A-Ride service in Bishop that can provide transportation to and from the airport. This service requires an advance reservation.
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