Travelling from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Tampa: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 43 minutes.
Tampa and Islip (where Long Island MacArthur Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
The most popular route is from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Tampa International Airport (TPA). There are 5 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ISP to TPA is the 09:55 Frontier Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:59 with Frontier Airlines.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from ISP to Tampa. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues 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 an international flight is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Tampa are available for booking. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is where you'll be touching down.
Frontier Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa.
For a flight within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked flight tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa, make sure your ID is up to date.
ISP is around 16 kilometres from central Islip. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near ISP? If you're catching an early flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to Tampa
C$45 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ISP to Tampa, book your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 13 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 57 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa. Book one of these accommodation options near TPA instead:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
The centre of Tampa is approximately 29 kilometres from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Once your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 23 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PIE. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from ISP to Tampa at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Tampa
July is the busiest month for flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa. To avoid the crowds, head for Tampa in May when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tampa, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ISP to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tampa right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to Tampa:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium are attractions you won't want to skip in Tampa.
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