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
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Islip in January
Estimated hotel price
$125
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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Islip, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Islip to Princeton Junction takes 1h 04m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 06m 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 Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Islip takes 193 km and will cost you around $30. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 233 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 Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Islip, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Islip to Princeton Junction takes 1h 04m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 06m 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 Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Islip, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, OurBus and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Islip takes 193 km and will cost you around $30. From Hartford, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 233 km.

Airports near Islip

ISPIslip Long Island
FRGFarmingdale Republic Field

Airlines serving Islip

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,705 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,665 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,846 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,081 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,144 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,607 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (890 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,366 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,639 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,347 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,676 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Islip

Most booked hotels in Islip

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The Ocean Bay House
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 95 reviews)
$394+
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Holiday Inn Long Island - Islip Arpt East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 896 reviews)
$103+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 245 reviews)
$162+
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Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook-Long Island By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 591 reviews)
$138+
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Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 300 reviews)
$152+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Islip - MacArthur Airport
3 stars
Good (6.2, 1801 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Islip

Renting a car in Islip costs $67 per day, on average, or $268 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. 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 Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Islip costs $67 per day, on average, or $268 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. 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 Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 35% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Islip

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