$157 Cheap flight deals from Islip (NYC) to Halifax (YHZ)

Islip Airport Information

Searching for low fares on flights from Islip can be time consuming, but Orbitz.com can help you save time and money. It compares and presents you with the rates of the airlines providing service to the airport, allowing you to choose the best rate for your budget and needs. The Long Island MacArthur Airport is the major airport serving Islip and its surrounding communities. It is located at 100 Arrival Avenue in Ronkonkoma and is about seven miles from downtown. Southwest Airlines and US Airways Express provide domestic and international flights. You will always receive the best air rates on Orbitz.com.

Transportation to the Airport

Alamo, National, Hertz, Budget, Avis, and Enterprise are the car rental companies located in the baggage claim area. Their rates vary by company and type of vehicle chosen. Orbitz.com works with these companies to give you the lowest rate available. Metered taxi service is also available. Public transportation is available for $1.50 from one of many bus stops to the airport.

Airport Parking Information

The airport has short-term, long-term, and economy parking located near the terminals. The short-term lots will cost $3 an hour, with a daily maximum rate of $25; the long-term rates are $4 an hour, with a maximum daily rate of $14. Economy parking is available for $4 an hour or a daily rate of $12.50. A cell phone lot is an option for picking up or dropping off passengers for free.

Airport Restaurant Information

The food court has several dining options for passengers, including Starbucks, Phillips' Crabs, Maggie O'Shea's, A&W, and the Great American Bagel and Bakery. You will find an assortment of breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items. When you are searching for flights from Islip, check with Orbitz.com for the best rates on airfare and ground transportation.

Halifax Stanfield International Airport

If you're looking for cheap flights to Halifax, you can use Orbitz.com to find sales and low-cost airline tickets. The Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located at 1 Bell Blvd. in Enfield, Nova Scotia. The airport sits approximately 20 miles from downtown Halifax. Eight airlines service the airport: Air Canada, Air Saint Pierre, Continental Airlines, Delta, Porter, US Airways and WestJet.

Transportation From the Airport

You can take a taxicab from the airport into Halifax for around $50. Bus service is also available at a cost of $3.25 per trip, making it the cheapest option. However, the buses tend to get crowded. If you need a rental car during your stay, you can reserve one using Orbitz.com. The website also has packages that include rental cars and flights. Purchasing the two services together saves you money.

Climate in Halifax

Summer is considered peak travel season in Halifax. The temperatures stay in the mid-70s, and there isn't much rain. Winter temperatures average in the mid-20s. It's cold but is not as harsh as winter in other areas of Canada. The spring and fall have temperatures that average in the mid-50s. If you use Orbitz.com to book your trip during the spring or fall off-season, you'll save money.

Highlights and Attractions

Point Pleasant Park, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and the Citadel National Historic Site are popular attractions in Halifax. If you book your trip on Orbitz.com, you can do more than find cheap flights to Halifax; you can also purchase tickets to local attractions and make reservations for guided tours.