Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bishop Airport (BIH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Take your pick of five weekly San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport flights. The 09:29 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:45.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to BIH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
United offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Bishop — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to fly with United on this route.
Among carriers operating SFO to BIH flights, United has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport. Many passengers pass through Denver International Airport when flying between SFO and BIH.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bishop Airport (BIH)
Right now, $392 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $383. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to BIH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SFO to BIH.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of the flights that depart from San Francisco International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Bishop Airport (BIH)
Book a hotel close to BIH if you're taking a late San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Bishop Airport (BIH) to central Bishop
Bishop Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Bishop. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Bishop Airport (BIH)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport is May, while January is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bishop based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop Airport for July if you want to explore Bishop during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to BIH in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Bishop, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 370 kilometres south to Los Angeles to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hollywood Sign to Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider San Jose, roughly 306 kilometres west of Bishop. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are among the biggest draws.
