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International Airport
Jamaica, Queens
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Eater recommend this place
"Have a safe flight every one and enjoy your trip..."(185 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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Anthony SextonSeptember 30, 2018Catch a fixed fare taxi to the city. Generally quicker than waiting for an Uber.
Welcome to NYC. Well not yet. You have to pick your method of transportation first. Then you will have feel welcome the moment you get to manhattan.
Jessica DobyFebruary 16, 2013Take the train in, not a cab. Save yourself about $50! Just follow the signs. Ps they have a 24 hour juicy couture..
bridget flemmingAugust 14, 2015Got to the airport safe and sound, getting ready to board our plane to London, and then off to Barcelona. :-)
Nino MendozaApril 26, 2014Very busy airport! Took us forever to take off! Nonetheless, New York is still the best!!
Delta Sky Club...Terminal 4...fun to watch the movement of the aircraft ✈️✈️ amazing food
This place can be chaotic.. When leaving and getting transportation make sure you go to a cab stand there will be people trying to solicit you.
If you miss a flight, get on standby for the next one then rush through security to the gate for your original flight. If there's a delay, they may be able to get you back on.
U need to have the broccoli soup at al du po nect to gate 33 on terminal 8 is amazing
Bennett BontaJuly 21, 2012Bring a pillow and a news paper to sit on if you're doing a super early flight, security is closed from 12 to 3am so you'll be waiting on the floor till they open. Fml.- You must arrived early if your flight leaves in between 4 pm and 8 pm international rush hour
Delta's terminal 4 is one impressive place. TSA agents here are not the friendliest though.
Terminal 4 finally has some decent eats--Marcus Samuelson, BWW, Shake Shack, BBQ, etc.
If you forget to mail your rent check before you get on a plane, Harmony (near gate 6) has a mail drop & cute cards! :)
The dinner outside the arrivals of Terminal 4 is just Magical!
The walk from the gates in terminal 4 to the baggage/exit takes forever. Make sure you allow at least an extra 10 mins for the walk.
Chris SnyderJuly 12, 2013Use the LIRR/Airtrain combo to get to JFK if you're coming from Manhattan. Cheap, fast, and stress-free!
If you're in terminal 4, take the elevator down to arrivals (1) for much shorter security lines. Clutch!
Yayan LiuFebruary 15, 2013Airport shuttle to grand central is never on time. Got on 630 ride at 7:17. Don't understand why we had to wait outside when coordinator had a walkie talkie and can tell when bus is actually coming
There are designated areas around the airport that will exchange air travel for money. Just pay with cash or credit card and you can sit in a flying chair for up to 14 hours.
While you wait here's a fun trick. Say the words "How big are they" like you have down syndrome and it sounds like "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!"
Most jet blue flights. Best airport for food. Best fares on airlines u want to fly on.
Rami IsmailJune 4, 2016Airport that can be great or horrible. Global Entry at this airport can help a lot despite the passenger arrival computers, as luggage handling tends to be fast.
Compared to the other major airports in the area, JFK is a breeze
Lydia BerkennouJanuary 26, 2015The longest wait at the custom borders... But New York is a city who have to see!- So many kinds of people here to see and hear. It's wonderful.
Aurie AndenJuly 14, 2013head to cibo express for fast, tasty, healthy, cheap food. the chicken wings are particularly delicious.
KAYAKJuly 9, 2012check out @BobbyVansSteak. get the steak and eggs and a bloody mary. you won't regret it.
Security lines can be a pain. The lounges cannot be compared to the ones in Europe. Though the airport is well organized.
Leave enough time to get here and through security. You never know what is awaiting you.
Jeff PittsNovember 12, 2010Don't take a cab call carmel car service, its a nice towncar we excellent service.. Its cheaper or about the same.. 40 bucks to the city and you won't have to wait or smell your driver 212 666 6666
If you are traveling rush hour into Manhattan - take the airtrain to LIRR (jamaica) - 25 min transit. Late night,depending on taxi line - take cab. If you're headed downtown, take Williamsburg bridge
May seem intimidating but look for the JFK customer service employees in ties and blazers-- extremely helpful!
Sean O'HanlonNovember 21, 2011Do you care about Energy Security and/or the Environment? Let your airline know via Twitter that you want to fly on domestically produced #biofuels!
Yanzy BearAugust 16, 2016Just came in today and heard there was a shoot out. Plus, walking to baggage claim all the stores was dark. #welcometomycity
They are trying a new TSA precheck system at the Delta terminal and it's quite slow. Allow for extra time if you are there.
It's not my top local choice, but worth it if the carrier and fare are right.- Caution: Soft cheese is considered "dangerous" in your carry–on baggage by TSA. Be sure to get a phone number when felt up by TSA - best foreplay ever!
Alexey umniksJuly 21, 2013Take a LIRR from Jamaica — it's only $7 and will take you to Manhattan in 20 minutes.
Verônica RodriguesJanuary 9, 2017Unorganized. Hard to find staff to get info and even harder if you're flighting American airlines. Give yourself at least 2.5 hours before your fight and pray to not have it delayed and/or cancelled!- There's a MasterCard lounge in Terminal 8 that has free wifi and power - as long as you have a MasterCard, that is.
Multiple Shake Shacks in T4, and a Blue Smoke as well!
City of New YorkJanuary 22, 2013JFK was originally named Idlewild Airport and was constructed in April 1942. On December 24, 1963, the airport was rededicated John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Ani JohnsonJuly 13, 2013Delta concourse C does not have many late night food choices. Try the chicken masala and sandwhiches at Balduccis.
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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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