Travelling from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP): what you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). Explore the options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
The timezone in Islip is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Long Island MacArthur Airport is located in Islip.
Your flight from Chicago to ISP won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak months like August or vacation times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is roughly 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to ISP, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ISP instead:
Getting from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to central Islip
Long Island MacArthur Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Islip. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
C$104 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Return flights start from C$348. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Chicago to ISP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Islip in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to ISP for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Islip to range from 19ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport in January when temperatures average between -4ºC and 8ºC.
More about Islip
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Islip right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Long Island MacArthur Airport:
Suffolk County Environmental Centre (Scully Estate) offers a great introduction to Islip. Another one for your to-do list is Commack Road Park.
