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LIJ

Long Island

Long Island, United States

🏷️IATALIJ
📍CityLong Island
📞Helpline+16314673210
100 Arrival Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, United States
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ℹ️ About Long Island

Long Island MacArthur Airport opened in 1942. It is operated by the Town of Islip.

The airport handled approximately 1.5 million passengers in 2023. Its IATA code is LIJ.

It serves as a convenient alternative to the busier New York City airports for Long Island residents.

🏢 Terminals

Long Island MacArthur Airport has one terminal. It includes 12 gates.

The airport has a single concourse. The terminal handles both domestic and international flights, though international flights are limited.

The terminal's capacity is approximately 2 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Long Island Airport
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Metro/Rail
The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Ronkonkoma station is approximately 1.5 miles from the airport. Taxi or ride-sharing services are required to reach the station. The LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch provides service to New York Penn Station. Travel time is approximately 60-75 minutes. Fare varies depending on peak/off-peak times, but is approximately $10-$15.
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Bus
The Suffolk County Transit (SCT) Route S40 connects the airport to various locations in Suffolk County. The fare is $2.25.
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Taxi/Cab
Uber and Lyft are available. A taxi to the Long Island Rail Road Ronkonkoma station is approximately $10-$15.
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Distance
Approximately 50 miles (80 km) east of New York City. Travel time is approximately 60 minutes without traffic, and 90-120 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
There are no lounges currently available at Long Island MacArthur Airport.
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Food & Dining
Dunkin' is available. There are also vending machines.
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Shopping
A small gift shop is available.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal. Select 'LI Mac Free Wifi'.
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Banking
ATMs are available.
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Medical
First aid services are available; contact airport information for assistance.
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Other
A pet relief area is located outside the terminal.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term, Long-term, and Economy parking options are available. Short-term parking is $3 per hour, up to a daily maximum of $24. Long-term parking is $3 per hour, up to a daily maximum of $18. Economy parking is $3 per hour, up to a daily maximum of $12. Weekly rates are available for long-term and economy parking. Pre-booking is not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
Check the LIRR train schedule in advance to coordinate your arrival/departure with train times at Ronkonkoma station.
2
Use ride-sharing apps like Uber or Lyft to get to the Ronkonkoma LIRR station as the bus service is infrequent.
3
Economy parking offers the best daily rates if you are parking for multiple days.
4
Download your boarding pass to your phone before arriving at the airport to save time.
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