Travelling from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Long Island MacArthur Airport is located in Islip. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Islip.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from ISP to Los Angeles. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid identity document though, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked flight tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles.
Located around 16 kilometres from central Islip, ISP can be reached in about 17 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near ISP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Los Angeles
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles is C$214. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$415. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ISP to Los Angeles, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is located around 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 34 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from ISP to Los Angeles, kick back at a hotel near VNY. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Los Angeles, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from ISP to Los Angeles sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
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Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are must-visits when exploring Los Angeles.
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