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

Islip travel guide

Islip Tourism | Islip Guide

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
$148
1 night at 3-star hotel
Islip in January
Estimated hotel price
$148
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 12 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Islip departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 44m.

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 $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Islip is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 66 km from Islip. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Islip takes 153 km and will cost you around $33. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 370 km.

Plane

When flying to Islip, you’ll arrive at Islip Long Island (ISP), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Islip departs from Charlotte and takes around 1h 44m.

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 $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Islip is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 66 km from Islip. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Islip takes 153 km and will cost you around $33. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 370 km.

Airports near Islip

ISPIslip Long Island
FRGFarmingdale Republic Field

Airlines serving Islip

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,797 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,288 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,258 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,898 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,137 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,431 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,716 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,811 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,167 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,212 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 (8.6, 288 reviews)
$143+
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Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook-Long Island By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 592 reviews)
$130+
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Hampton Inn Long Island/Islandia
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 914 reviews)
$111+
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Jake's 58 Casino Hotel - Adults Only
3 stars
Good (7.8, 903 reviews)
$122+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport
3 stars
Good (6.3, 1820 reviews)
$80+
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Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Ronkonkoma Macarthur Airport
2 stars
Okay (5, 1202 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Islip

Renting a car in Islip costs $54 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Islip is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Islip costs $54 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.82 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 $45.88 and $61.17. The most frequently booked car type in Islip is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Islip

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