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Jamaica, Queens
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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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NYC: The Official GuideMarch 22, 2013Need a cheap way into Manhattan? Try AirTrain JFK. For $5 (children under 5 free) AirTrain JFK will take you to the subway or Long Island Rail Road. The usual subway/LIRR fares apply. Read more
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.
Dan KrollAugust 29, 2014As a solo traveler I found it very easy to get there by the airtrain/subway, self-checked in with only carry-on, and the line wasnt too bad even on a long holiday weekend on friday afternoon.
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.
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.
Fly Virgin Atlantic when going to London - best Lounge by far
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.
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)
Paul FortJanuary 23, 2017To understand mankind we have to look at that word itself. MANKIND. Basically, it's made up of two separate words "mank" and "ind." What do these mean? It's a mystery and that's why so is mankind.
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! 😘
Fish FishDecember 12, 2018The consistent dedication of each employee we encountered to confirm what an unfriendly place New York is was remarkable.
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
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.
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
Look out for the cool new TWA hotel when walking to terminal 5 from the AirTrain.
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.
Foreign Office travel adviceMay 16, 2014Did you know you can sign up for @FCOTravel #twitteralerts? Sign up to get our critical updates direct to your phone. Read more
Awesome airport. Specially terminal 4. All high end shopping stores. Huge terminal. Delta sky club near gate B32
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!
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- 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.
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.
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.
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.- 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.
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.
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.- 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.
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.- 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.
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.
Take the LIRR to Penn station or recently open Grand Central Madison! (Protip off peak LIRR CityTicket is only $5)
Check out the T5 rooftop near great 28 if you want to see some green. they even have a wooftop to walk your dog.
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
From terminal to terminal, you feel like you are at different airports. If all terminals become just like the most recently upgraded one, this is actually a nice airport with AirTrain service
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
Buzzing as always. Security queues tends to be longer so keep walking and follow the instructions of the officer to get it through quickly.
Get TSA precheck. It’s worth the extra money if you fly more than 2 times a year.
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.
Meinrad HeinitzFebruary 14, 2014The only airport worldwide you don't get free wifi in the airport! You will be charged 8 US $ to join! Really not a friendly airport! So check out the airline lounges, admirals club gas free wifi
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,
If you're not cabbing or Ubering, take the LIRR, it's the fastest and best way to and from the city.
If you're in delta terminal 4 in the 30s go past the hilariously 9 dollar ham sandwiches and get a coffee and a burger for under $8 at SHAKE SHACK
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!
If you see a guy named Steven Dwyer, be extra nice to him and talk to him about the good old days. If you see Gilberto Bou, tell him a good story (he loves good stories).
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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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