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Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) in Ronkonkoma serves as the domestic gateway for Suffolk County—a single-terminal alternative to JFK that eliminates the 50-mile, 90-minute ground transfer for travelers whose final destination is eastern Long Island. For residents of Stony Brook, Patchogue, the North Fork wine country, or the Hamptons, ISP cuts 20–40 miles off the drive compared to JFK.
The airport's Ground Transportation Center (GTC), connected to the terminal by a covered walkway, centralizes all car service pickups in one location. There is no AirTrain to navigate, no terminal-hopping, and no multi-level parking garage to decode. You collect your bags, walk to the GTC, and your chauffeur is waiting—typically within 15 minutes of landing. Southwest Airlines, Breeze Airways, and Frontier operate domestic routes from ISP to Florida, Baltimore, Nashville, and other hubs.
For travelers who need international connections, the ISP-to-JFK transfer fills the gap: 36–37 miles and 45–75 minutes by car, depending on traffic on Sunrise Highway or the Long Island Expressway. Fly domestic into ISP, transfer to JFK for your international departure—or reverse the route on the way home. Every airport transfer includes complimentary flight tracking, 60 minutes of wait time for domestic arrivals (90 minutes for international), and a flat rate locked in at booking.
A centralized Ground Transportation Center, a single terminal, and no AirTrain. ISP was built for simple ground logistics.
The GTC consolidates all car services, rideshares, taxis, and shuttles in one facility connected to the terminal by a covered walkway. No guessing which level, no circling a departure ramp. Your chauffeur is steps from baggage claim with your name confirmed in advance.
ISP operates from a single terminal—check-in, security, gates, and baggage claim are all in one building. Arriving passengers reach the GTC in minutes, not the 20–30 minutes it can take to exit JFK's sprawling terminals. Departing passengers need only 90 minutes before a domestic flight.
Flying Southwest into ISP but connecting to an international flight at JFK? The 36-mile transfer takes 45–75 minutes depending on LIE or Sunrise Highway traffic. Book at least 4 hours between flights to account for baggage claim, ground travel, and check-in at JFK.
The right airport depends on where you're going and what flights you need. Here's when each makes sense for Long Island travelers.
| Factor | ISP (MacArthur) | JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to Suffolk County | 10–30 miles | 50–70 miles |
| Distance to Manhattan | ~50 miles | ~20 miles |
| International flights | Limited (domestic only) | Extensive |
| Security & check-in time | 90 min recommended | 2–3 hours recommended |
| Terminal complexity | Single terminal + GTC | 6 terminals + AirTrain |
| Ground transport pickup | Centralized GTC | Per-terminal zones |
| Best for | Suffolk County, Hamptons, East End | International, Manhattan access |
ISP
10–30 mi
JFK
50–70 mi
ISP
~50 mi
JFK
~20 mi
ISP
Domestic only
JFK
Extensive
ISP
90 min
JFK
2–3 hours
ISP
Single + GTC
JFK
6 terminals
ISP
Suffolk, Hamptons
JFK
International
ISP sits in Ronkonkoma, central Suffolk County. Here are typical drive times to the destinations our clients book most.
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour | Primary Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Manhattan | ~50 miles | 60–75 min | 90–120 min | LIE (I-495) to Midtown Tunnel |
| JFK Airport | 36–37 miles | 45–50 min | 60–75 min | Sunrise Hwy (Rte 27) or LIE |
| Hamptons (Southampton) | ~50 miles | 60–90 min | 90–120 min | Sunrise Hwy / Montauk Hwy |
| Stony Brook | ~12 miles | 15–20 min | 25–35 min | Rte 347 / Nicolls Rd |
| LaGuardia Airport | ~42 miles | 50–65 min | 75–100 min | LIE to Grand Central Pkwy |
~50 mi · LIE to Midtown Tunnel
Off-Peak
60–75 min
Rush Hour
90–120 min
36–37 mi · Sunrise Hwy or LIE
Off-Peak
45–50 min
Rush Hour
60–75 min
~50 mi · Sunrise / Montauk Hwy
Off-Peak
60–90 min
Rush Hour
90–120 min
~12 mi · Rte 347 / Nicolls Rd
Off-Peak
15–20 min
Rush Hour
25–35 min
~42 mi · LIE to GCP
Off-Peak
50–65 min
Rush Hour
75–100 min
Times reflect typical weekday conditions. Summer weekends add 30–60 minutes to Hamptons-bound routes.
Southwest and Breeze fly into ISP but don't serve international routes. JFK has the global connections. The 36-mile link between the two is where we come in.
ISP excels at domestic routes—direct Southwest flights to Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Baltimore, and Nashville. But when you need to connect to an international departure, JFK is the hub. The ground transfer between ISP and JFK fills this gap for Long Island travelers who prefer to fly domestic from their local airport.
The reverse route is equally common: arrive internationally at JFK, then transfer to ISP's vicinity rather than enduring another 50 miles of Long Island Expressway traffic. Your chauffeur handles the inter-airport transfer while you rest.
The LIRR-plus-AirTrain combination is the budget option: taxi from ISP to Ronkonkoma station ($5 shared), LIRR to Jamaica, then AirTrain to JFK terminals. Total cost is approximately $20–$30—but total time is close to 2 hours with three transfers and your luggage moving through every one.
A direct car service cuts the trip to under 75 minutes door-to-door with zero transfers. For travelers connecting between flights—especially with checked bags, child seats, or tight connection windows—the reliability difference is the service itself.
Reserve online or by phone. Provide your pickup address, ISP terminal details (for departures), or flight number (for arrivals). We confirm a flat-rate quote and your GTC pickup point.
For arrivals, we monitor your flight from takeoff to landing. If your Southwest or Breeze flight is delayed or early, your chauffeur adjusts timing automatically. No calls needed.
Your chauffeur stages at the ISP Ground Transportation Center. After collecting your bags, follow the covered walkway to the GTC\u2014your driver is waiting with your name and vehicle details confirmed.
LIE for destinations west toward Nassau County or Manhattan. Sunrise Highway or Montauk Highway for the Hamptons and East End. Your chauffeur selects the fastest route based on real-time traffic.
All vehicles are late-model (2023–2026), professionally detailed between rides. From solo business travelers to family groups heading to the Hamptons.
2 passengers | 2 large bags
Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5-Series. Ideal for solo travelers or couples on the LIE expressway run between ISP and Manhattan or Nassau County.
6 passengers | 6 large bags
Cadillac Escalade ESV or Mercedes GLS. Handles families with checked bags, strollers, and child seats ($25 each). The go-to for Hamptons arrivals with international-trip luggage.
Up to 14 passengers
Mercedes Sprinter with captain's chairs. Perfect for group arrivals\u2014wedding parties flying into ISP, corporate retreats, or family reunions heading to the North Fork.
Complimentary for all airport transfers. Chauffeur timing auto-adjusted based on actual arrival. Provide your airline and flight number at booking.
60 minutes complimentary for domestic flights. 90 minutes for international (customs buffer). Clock starts at actual flight landing\u2014not scheduled time.
24+ hours: full refund. 12\u201324 hours: 50% fee. 2\u201312 hours: 75% fee. Under 2 hours: 100% fee. Airline cancellations handled case by case.
$25 add-on. Chauffeur meets you at the ISP Ground Transportation Center with a personalized name sign and luggage assistance. Steps from the terminal exit.
$25 per seat. Infant (rear-facing), convertible, and booster seats available. Specify child age, weight, and height when booking your ISP transfer.
All tolls (LIE, Midtown Tunnel for Manhattan trips) and ISP pickup/staging included in your flat rate. The quoted price is the final price.
Background-checked and professionally licensed. Every driver knows Suffolk County roads, LIE exit sequences, and the Sunrise Highway shortcuts to the East End.
Automatic monitoring from departure to landing. If your ISP-bound flight is early or delayed, your chauffeur adjusts without you needing to call or check an app.
Your quoted price is final. No meter running through LIE traffic, no surge pricing, no toll surprises. The price at booking is the price you pay.
Our chauffeurs know when to take the LIE versus Sunrise Highway, which Route 27 exits avoid Hamptons weekend congestion, and the fastest path from ISP to any Suffolk address.
All airport transfers\u2014JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, Westchester\u2014from one booking platform.
Terminal-by-terminal pickup procedures, flat-rate pricing, and flight tracking for JFK transfers.
Nassau and Suffolk County coverage\u2014airport transfers, hourly service, and point-to-point rides across Long Island.
Southampton, East Hampton, Montauk. Seasonal and year-round car service to the East End.
ISP\u2013JFK, JFK\u2013EWR, LGA\u2013JFK. Seamless connections between any NYC-area airport pair.
Full-service coverage across all five boroughs, Long Island, Westchester, and the tri-state area.
Flat-rate car service to MacArthur Airport (ISP) with GTC pickup, flight tracking, and vetted chauffeurs who know every mile of Suffolk County.
True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with vetted professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.
To book a ride, visit truenorthvip.com/book or call +1‑347‑321‑9929.
