Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for leaving from here when searching for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP).
The average length of a direct Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport flight is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Islip (where Long Island MacArthur Airport is located) and Fort Lauderdale share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). Take your pick of 7 direct services each week. JetBlue Airways operates a 7am departure between FLL and ISP.
To ensure you catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to ISP, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like March or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) take off from this terminal.
At FLL, there's a range of carriers that operate direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport, including:
Most travellers prefer to fly with jetBlue between FLL and ISP.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is jetBlue. Its services land without delay 77.97% of the time.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
FLL's address is 320 Terminal Drive.
About Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ISP if you're catching a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
You'll find ISP at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
Getting from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to central Islip
Central Islip is around 6 kilometres from Long Island MacArthur Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Currently, Rs20,575 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs60,729. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to ISP. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
February is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). Plan your visit to Islip in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to ISP plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Islip to range from 19ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC and 8ºC.
More about Islip
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Long Island MacArthur Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Islip:
You'll find some interesting things to do in Islip when you're ready to go sightseeing. Get things rolling at Seatuck National Wildlife Refuge for a memorable introduction to the city.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Islip. Around 193 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 241 kilometres northeast of Islip, Boston is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
