Flying from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) setting off from either of these.
2 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport flight.
Long Island MacArthur Airport is located in Islip. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Tampa.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) is the busiest route, with 5 direct services each week. Travel from TPA to ISP on Southwest Airlines's 8:20am flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tampa to ISP, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travelers during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) operate from here.
Frontier Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport taking off from TPA.
The most frequently booked airline between TPA and ISP is Frontier Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 75.0% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 8 miles from the center of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on time at their destination.
TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can arrive at PIE from the center of Tampa in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 18 miles or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to ISP flight:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.01%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Reserve a hotel near ISP if you have a late flight from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
You'll find ISP at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
Getting from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to central Islip
Long Island MacArthur Airport is around 7 miles from central Islip. How long it takes to get to the center by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
$28 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport. A return flight starts from $56. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from Tampa to ISP, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). August is the peak month for travel to Islip. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in May.
The warmest month in Islip is July, with temperatures ranging between 66ºF and 84ºF. Book your Tampa to ISP plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport in January when temperatures are between 25ºF and 46ºF.
More about Islip
Once you've booked your flight from Tampa to Long Island MacArthur Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islip:
Suffolk County Environmental Center (Scully Estate) and Commack Road Park are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Islip must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Town Hall West Fields.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Islip. Around 120 miles away to the south-west, popular attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Boston, about 150 miles north-east of Islip. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market are among its highlights.
