Fly & Drive guide
Fly into ISP, drive to Fire Island
Your route
ISP
Long Island MacArthur Airport
Fire Island
About 48 min · 26 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to ISP
Compare fares into Long Island MacArthur Airport.
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02Car at ISP
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Fire Island. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Fire Island
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Fire Island
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Fire Island
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Monitor National Seashore Ferry and Camping Schedules
There are no general entry fees for Fire Island National Seashore, but ferries are privately operated and require tickets. Watch Hill camping and Otis Pike High Dunes wilderness permits must be reserved through Recreation.gov, often opening six months in advance. Because the island is car-free, all logistical planning must center on ferry schedules which vary by season and weather.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Fire Island?
Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from ISP to Fire Island?
Roughly 48 min (about 26 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Fire Island?
There are no general entry fees for Fire Island National Seashore, but ferries are privately operated and require tickets. Watch Hill camping and Otis Pike High Dunes wilderness permits must be reserved through Recreation.gov, often opening six months in advance. Because the island is car-free, all logistical planning must center on ferry schedules which vary by season and weather.
