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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Islip travel guide

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You're Going to Love Islip

With a population of 18,689, Islip is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Islip has to offer.

When to visit Islip

Islip in January
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Islip in January
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Islip in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Islip, with an average rainfall of 3.3″.

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How to Get to Islip

Plane

When flying to Islip, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Islip departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Islip, followed by Acela. The train journey from Islip to Philadelphia takes 1h 20m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Islip is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 41 miles from Islip. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including OurBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Islip takes 90 miles and will cost you around $34. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 145 miles.

Plane

When flying to Islip, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Islip departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Islip, followed by Acela. The train journey from Islip to Philadelphia takes 1h 20m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Islip is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 41 miles from Islip. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including OurBus, Bus and Greyhound. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Islip takes 90 miles and will cost you around $34. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Islip

ISPIslip Long Island
FRGFarmingdale Republic Field

Airlines serving Islip

KLM
Good (1,444 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,219 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,491 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,378 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,153 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,819 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Islip

Most booked hotels in Islip

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Courtyard by Marriott Long Island MacArthur Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 288 reviews)
$145+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Holtsville
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 335 reviews)
$151+
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Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 912 reviews)
$111+
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Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adults Only
3 stars
Good (7.8, 898 reviews)
$121+
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Hilton Garden Inn Islip/MacArthur Airport
3 stars
Good (7.6, 563 reviews)
$102+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport
3 stars
Good (6.2, 1815 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Islip

Renting a car in Islip costs $62 per day, on average, or $249 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Islip (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Islip, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Islip costs $62 per day, on average, or $249 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Islip (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Islip, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

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