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Data updated: 2026-10-28 12:26:59

San Francisco (SFO) to Bishop (BIH) Flights

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SFO········· ·········BIH
San Francisco International AirportEastern Sierra Regional Airport
Distance
221 miles
Flight time
1h 19m
Time difference
BIH is 0h ahead
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Flights from San Francisco to Bishop

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from SFO to BIH on 2026-10-29
11:30SFOPDT UTC−71h 25m
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Nonstop
12:55BIHPDT UTC−7$454.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

San Francisco (SFO) to Bishop (BIH) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from San Francisco (SFO), California, to Bishop (BIH), California, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 221 miles.

Departure
San Francisco International Airport · California, United States · 37° 37' 11" N 122° 22' 29" W
Flight route
221 miles · 1h 19m
Direction
93.21° (E)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 37.51341, longitude -120.36610, approximately 110.26 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
220.5 miles
Driving route
249 miles · 5 hr 1 min
Time difference
BIH is 0h ahead
Destination
Eastern Sierra Regional Airport · California, United States · 37° 22' 23" N 118° 21' 50" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
221 miles
Average flight time
1h 19m
Time difference
BIH is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from San Francisco to Bishop is 93.21°, and the compass direction is E.

Airport information

San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco, California, United States
37° 37' 11" N, 122° 22' 29" W
Elevation: 13 ft (4 m)
Time zone: PDT UTC−7
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What's the weather like in San Francisco and Bishop?

Temperature unit:

SFO · San Francisco

48°FSunnyFeels like 44°F
Humidity
73%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

BIH · Bishop

38°FSunnyFeels like 33°F
Humidity
40%
Wind
1 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2869°F | 32°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2968°F | 40°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3064°F | 50°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3163°F | 51°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 163°F | 49°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Bishop

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 264 on 2026-11-19, USD 190 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 454 on 2026-10-29 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.