Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Islip Airport (ISP): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your RDU to ISP flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Breeze Airways is your ticket to exploring Islip (and perhaps some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport offered by this airline.
Breeze Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and ISP:
Orlando International Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Portland Airport
Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Raleigh / Durham Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Raleigh / Durham Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Islip Airport (ISP)
Reserve a hotel close to ISP if you're taking a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Islip Airport rental car and explore Islip and beyond with your own set of wheels. Enterprise, Budget and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Islip Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.
When to fly to Islip Airport (ISP)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport is December, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Islip based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Islip Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Islip, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to ISP in January. Average temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Islip has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometres west of Islip, a visit to New York will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Islip. No trip is complete without a visit to Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
