JetBlue at MacArthur Now Expanding Nonstop Destinations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
JetBlue at MacArthur Now Expanding Nonstop Destinations
Islip, NY – JetBlue announced today plans to expand its route map with added destinations and more flights. Focusing on New York service, Islip’s MacArthur Airport will see two new nonstop routes offered by JetBlue. The additions build on the airline’s nonstop services to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and West Palm Beach from Long Island. Now available to book on jetblue.com, JetBlue is adding service to Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) from Tampa (TPA) and Fort Myers (RSW), providing more convenience for Long Island travelers seeking Florida sunshine this winter.
“We are committed to establishing MacArthur Airport as a hub for both local residents and travelers alike. Ensuring that air travel is accessible, efficient, and convenient remains a top priority,” said Supervisor Angie Carpenter. “We are pleased that JetBlue’s vision for enhanced connectivity aligns with our shared goal of serving the needs of Islip residents.”
“The residents of Long Island have long expressed their desire for JetBlue to provide service from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP). Since JetBlue launched service to Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach last year, the community has been requesting additional destinations. Today, JetBlue has responded to this call with new service to Tampa and Fort Myers. We are grateful to JetBlue for reinvesting in our region and airport. These two new routes showcase the strong partnership between ISP and JetBlue, providing travelers with more options from the convenience and exceptional customer experience that ISP offers,” said Rob Schneider, Long Island MacArthur Airport Commissioner.
The airline is also adding service from Florida to the Dominican Republic, with new routes from Tampa to Punta Cana (PUJ) and Fort Lauderdale to Santiago de los Caballeros (STI), growing international connectivity from Florida and giving travelers even more ways to reach the Caribbean with JetBlue.
Councilman John Lorenzo added, “This offers the perfect opportunity for families to experience the Caribbean or the Dominican Republic. It’s never been easier for Long Island families to enjoy these beautiful destinations.”
Flight Times
| To/From Tampa (TPA): | Launch Timing: | Frequency: | Introductory fares starting at: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Cana (PUJ) | December 18, 2025 | 1x daily, year-round | $139 |
| Islip (ISP) | December 19, 2025 | 4x weekly, seasonal (ends April 29, 2026) | $49 |
| To/From Fort Myers (RSW): | Launch Timing: | Frequency: | Introductory fares starting at: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islip (ISP) | December 18, 2025 | 3x weekly, seasonal (ends April 28, 2026) | $49 |
More Information About Flights:
Islip (ISP) to/from Tampa (TPA): One-way only. Book by: 8/17/2025 for travel 1/6/2026 – 2/11/2026. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday travel only. Fares include government taxes and fees. Additional baggage fees and other optional service charges may apply. See jetblue.com for details.
Islip (ISP) to/from Fort Myers (RSW): One-way only. Book by: 8/17/2025 for travel 1/6/2026 – 2/11/2026. Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday travel only. Fares include government taxes and fees. Additional baggage fees and other optional service charges may apply. See jetblue.com for details.
ABOUT LONG ISLAND MACARTHUR AIRPORT: MacArthur Airport is on Long Island approximately 50 miles from New York City. It is the closest airport to 2.8 million Long Island residents, and to world-renowned attractions including the famous Hamptons, Wine Country, lighthouses, Fire Island, excellent theatre, award-winning restaurants, and Gatsby-era mansions. The Town of Islip owns and operates the airport, served by Avelo Airlines, Breeze Airways, Cape Air, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Southwest Airlines.
Access to the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) makes getting around Nassau and Suffolk counties convenient. Train service from the Ronkonkoma / MacArthur Airport LIRR to New York City provides frequent transport. Long Island MacArthur Airport employs 6000 people directly and indirectly, with a $16M annual operating budget and an economic impact of $600M to the region and local economy. In 2024, ISP was voted the #3 Best Small Airport in the country in USAToday’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, ranked as a Top 50 Airport by The Washington Post, and earned the 2024 Tourism Trailblazer Award from Discover Long Island.
