$83 Cheap flight deals from Richmond (RIC) to Islip (NYC)

Flying From Richmond International Airport

Researching cheap flights from Richmond, VA, is simple when you use the tools offered by Orbitz.com. The site makes it easy to search for plane tickets from a number of airlines, helping you get a great deal. Located seven miles southeast of the city, the airport offers services to destinations around the US and abroad from a wide range of major airlines:

• Air Canada
• AirTran
• American
• Bahamasair
• Delta
• JetBlue
• United
• US Airways

Getting to Richmond International Airport

It is easy to reach the airport from two major Richmond area highways. If traveling on Interstate 64, take exit 197A, and if driving on Interstate 295, use exit 31.

A variety of parking options are available at the airport. Economy parking is a bargain at $7 per day, and it requires riding on a shuttle from the parking lot to the terminal. Daily surface and garage parking is found within walking distance of the building, and this is $12 per day. For the ultimate in convenience, valet parking at $20 per day is available. Off-site parking is also available near the airport at businesses like Park 'N Go.

In addition to driving your own vehicle, the airport can be reached by taxis and limousines. City bus routes 7 and 56 also offer a ride to the airport from downtown Richmond for just $1.50.

Amenities at the Airport

A variety of restaurants offer food service at the airport. Caribou Coffee has locations in concourse A and B and offers breakfast items to complement its beverage offerings. Vito's Market and Sam Adams Celebrates Richmond are two other fine options. If time is an issue, grabbing a snack to bring on board your flight from Hudson News may be worth considering. Fliers using Richmond International Airport can use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from Richmond to their destinations.

Long Island MacArthur Airport

The Long Island MacArthur Airport is located at 100 Arrival Avenue, approximately 10 miles from the center of Islip. Southwest Airlines and US Airways have hubs at the airport. If you're looking for cheap flights to Islip, Orbitz.com can find you good deals. The website searches available flight combinations to find you an air ticket that fits your budget.

Transportation from the Airport

Taxicabs are available to take passengers from the airport into the city. Cab fare ranges from $35 to $42, depending on the service you use and the length of your trip. The Long Island Rail Road offers a special package for people boarding the train from the airport. It costs $7 to take the train into central Islip. The train station is located 1.5 miles from the airport, but there are shuttle buses that take passengers to the station. The airport also houses six car-rental companies. If you'd like to have access to a vehicle while you're in Islip, you can use the Orbtiz.com website to make reservations for a rental car.

Climate in Islip

Winter temperatures in Islip range from 2°F to 40°F. During the summer months, the temperatures range from the high 50s to the low 80s, with July being the hottest month. If you want moderate temperatures while you travel, use Orbtiz.com to book your trip in the late spring or early fall.

Highlights and Attractions

During your stay in Islip, you can relax on the beach, play a few games of golf or ride horses at the Minieris Parkview Riding Center. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights to Islip. You can use the information on the website to plan your entire vacation itinerary.