Travelling from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). Explore your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the city's main airports.
Long Island MacArthur Airport is located in Islip. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to ISP. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, data shows 76.44% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to ISP flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
One flight, no fuss. You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Get on board with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to ISP plane tickets from BWI.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between BWI and ISP is Southwest Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land without delay 77.22% of the time.
The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near ISP:
ISP is located at 100 Arrivals Avenue.
Getting from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) to central Islip
Long Island MacArthur Airport to central Islip is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Currently, 121 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 237 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). August is when most people visit Islip. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in May.
Lock in a Washington DC 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 (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Islip
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Long Island MacArthur Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islip:
Your Islip visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include Suffolk County Environmental Centre (Scully Estate), Commack Road Park and Town Hall West Fields.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Islip, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Boston, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Islip. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market are highlights.