Flying from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to New York: what you need to know
Islip (the location of Long Island MacArthur Airport) and New York share the same timezone — UTC-4.
To ensure you catch your flight from ISP to New York, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
You won't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like an ID card or driver's licence. Put them on your packing list once you've booked your flight tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York.
Travelling from central Islip to ISP takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near ISP. Whether you're catching an early flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York is C$161. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$284. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ISP to New York if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to EWR if you're catching a late flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
As soon as your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to JFK. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from ISP to New York at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York. To skip the crowds, travel to New York in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from ISP to New York around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to New York, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned New York itinerary.
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