Traveling from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Islip.
Leave plenty of time to catch your ISP to JFK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ISP and JFK:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Charleston International Airport
Portland International Jetport Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Currently, $186 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $378. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ISP to JFK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ISP to JFK.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
ISP is located at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
Of all flights departing from Long Island MacArthur Airport, 77.45% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Long Island MacArthur Airport from central Islip, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Reserve a hotel close to JFK if you're taking a late Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of New York and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport to central New York has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit New York in May.
Before locking in your flight from Long Island MacArthur Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 64ºF to 86ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from ISP to JFK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºF and 46ºF on average.
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