John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
International Airport
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"Have a safe flight every one and enjoy your trip..."(186 Tips)
"Salad bar in JetBlue terminal 5 is awesome!!!"(78 Tips)
"AirTrain is the best and fastest to get around terminal and the city"(80 Tips)
"The best place at JFK - the Sky Deck at new Delta Terminal 4"(48 Tips)
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Thomas K.November 20, 2014Flat rate for yellow cabs to/from Manhattan is $52.50 + bridge/tunnel + tip. There's a Boingo Wifi - however you need to have a plan. $9.95 monthly (first month $4.95)
LIRR to Jamaica Airtrain is a breeze. From Atlantic Terminal it's $6.25 off-peak and takes 15 minutes to arrive at Airtrain. $11.25 total including off peak and Airtrain price. Worth it.
Restaurants at JFK are above average for airport food-you have a lot to choose from (french,sushi,tapas,pizza and baked by Melissa cupcakes)
Flying into terminal 4 with checked baggage? You have just enough time to hustle to Shake Shack and back right as your bags come out. Bonus points if you eat in the taxi line and make everyone jealous
Fly Virgin Atlantic when going to London - best Lounge by far
Christina LouiseMarch 16, 2020If you’re arriving in T5, order a Lyft to pick you up as they come right to the exit door. Way cheaper than an Uber.
This is a frequent base for the Cosmos' inter- and transcontinental journeys. The rebooted team flew from here to England for their very first trip as a team, in July 2013.
Grab a cup of coffee from the Starbucks in the direction of terminal 26. You will need it after that long ass wait at the security check point
Benjamin BenApril 30, 2013Dedicated as New York International Airport in 1948, the airport was more commonly known as Idlewild Airport until 1963, when it was renamed in memory of J.F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the US.
Tanya VNovember 13, 2018Domestic terminal has a lot of options to eat and shop. Very comfortable to move around.- Tanya VNovember 13, 2018Domestic terminal has a lot of options to eat and shop. Very comfortable to move around.
FlightCenter.comJanuary 3, 2012TSA TIP #3 Remove your laptop(s) and shoes/belts while waiting in line for the x-ray machines and carry them in your hands to be ready for the bins, remember laptops are placed in a bin by itself.
According to American Airlines 50 minutes before a 6am flight is WAAAAAYY to late. They make you pay more to standby till 5pm. Thank you airlines for making travel so painless and affordable! 😘
Uli Tony BuenoOctober 20, 2013This is my home airport having logged over 1,000,000 miles on American Airlines it is always a pleasure to return home #AA #JFK. Give yourself plenty of time this is a busy airport
Look out for the cool new TWA hotel when walking to terminal 5 from the AirTrain.
Grab a bottle of water before you board so you don't have to wait for the hostess to take your empty cup and you have water whenever you want.
Tasteful TravelerFebruary 28, 2015Spend your layover getting a pedicure or back massage at XpresSpa. Afterwards they let you hang out on their massaging recliner til you need to get to your gate.
Nando TiconDecember 12, 2014McDonalds and Starbucks are in the Terminal 1. Just get the Airtrain and in 5 minutes you'll find decent food for decent price. After check in, you'll find more food options.
Go to the Mastercard Lounge in the American Airlines terminal. Free wif, comfy chairs, iPads, and plenty of plugs to charge your devices; just flash your MasterCard at the front desk!
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Awesome airport. Specially terminal 4. All high end shopping stores. Huge terminal. Delta sky club near gate B32
Welcome to NYC's international airport, where "OMG TOURIST GET THE HELL OUT OF THE WAY" really should be easy to understand; translated into 56+ languages, including hand gestures outta car windows.
Make sure to wear your walking shoes. In terminal 4 the very last gate at B41 is faaaar. Some good shopping and food along the way if you have some extra time- FlightCenter.comJanuary 3, 2012TSA TIP #4 When loading your belongings onto the x-ray belts load them in an order to help expedite at the other end. THINK, (a) suit case first, (b) laptop bags/purse, & (c) your shoe & belts tray.
Buzzing as always. Security queues tends to be longer so keep walking and follow the instructions of the officer to get it through quickly.
Fish FishDecember 12, 2018The consistent dedication of each employee we encountered to confirm what an unfriendly place New York is was remarkable.- FlightCenter.comJanuary 3, 2012TSA TIP #5 Once through the x-ray machines take your belongings (trays) off the belts & get re-packed & dressed in the areas designated for this rather than holding up the lines at the x-ray machines.
Take the LIRR to Penn station or recently open Grand Central Madison! (Protip off peak LIRR CityTicket is only $5)- FlightCenter.comJanuary 3, 2012TSA TIP #1: Before getting to the screening check points clean out your clothing pockets as well as any metals/jewelry etcetera and put them into your carryon bags (or jacket pockets) ahead of time.
Vrti EliasDecember 30, 2015The airtrain is expensive but worth it, dont forget to look up your airline on the terminals list. The 'international' or 'domestic flights' terminal rule does not apply to all airlines
Goutham GaneshMay 25, 2018No Starbucks in Terminal 4. 😣 To switch terminal u can use the Airtrain. But it took me a while to get comfortable as there were no proper directions posted. Luckily they have dedicated help desks.
Muji has awesome Japanese import goods like mechanical pencils, fine point gel pens and home products. Worth a look, even if you don't buy anything.
Terminal 5 baggage claim (basement) is open 24/7 with free wifi and 24/7 Dunkin Donuts. Planning to spend the night before an early flight? Go here! All other terminals are closed and barren.
Check out the T5 rooftop near great 28 if you want to see some green. they even have a wooftop to walk your dog.
At Delta Terminal 4 all the good food options are at the end - Blue Smoke, Shake Shack and La Brea Bakery for good sandwiches and salads. Near gates 33 and 34.- There's a second Shake Shack further down in the international terminal that is a lot less crowded than the main one. Less important: the airport gets you other places.
Airtrain to Jamaica and LIRR to Penn station is the way to go, $12 off peak and takes around 30 minutes to get to Manhattan
Ann-Sophie P.February 11, 2013This little baby saved my day ! However, there is only a few far in between. (Compared to YUL that are everywhere) #all electronic devices for themselves
Sergey 136thDecember 2, 2012You can always use free wi-fi internet near delta & sky priority lounges. Name of network "tmobile" and it has no password,
As with everything in New York, JFK is ALWAYS crowded. Take your time. at least 3 hours prior departure for international flights. and arrivals: at least 1hour in immigration.
Get TSA precheck. It’s worth the extra money if you fly more than 2 times a year.
If you're not cabbing or Ubering, take the LIRR, it's the fastest and best way to and from the city.
If your plane is leaving from TERMINAL B, take the shuttle from C60. I learned the hard way. Walking to terminal B from C, you're bound to miss your flight. Lol
There are two shake shacks in terminal 4. One in the beginning and one towards the back. Best addition!
- Jorge Alvarez-WashingtonNovember 30, 2014Get your boarding electronically you move through much faster & be smart travel light! #PR #media #BCG
Hannes JärvinenFebruary 2, 2015Just a Gorgeous airport. Take a look around and enjoy the modern view of a architectural beauty.
If you have a opportunity to fly JetBlue, do so. The airline is great & there terminal at JFK is really nice with some GREAT restaurants!
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John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK Expy (Van Wyck Expy)
Queens, NY 11430
United States
Queens, NY 11430
United States
John F. Kennedy International Airport is the primary international airport serving New York City. It is the busiest international air passenger gateway into North America, the 14th-busiest airport in the world, and the sixth-busiest airport in the United States.
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- 24 Hours
(718) 244-4444
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