About JFK
JFK is one of the largest international airports in the United States, located along Jamaica Bay in Queens, New York, New York. This commercial airport boasts eight terminals, serving hundreds of thousands of travelers daily from all over the world twenty-four hours a day.
Here, you'll learn everything you need to know to get where you're going as smoothly and stress-free as possible.
What You Need To Know:
*JFK is a commercial airport with eight terminals serving airlines and their passengers from all over the world.
*Parking lots surround the entire airport, and are now color-coded to help you park as close to your terminal as possible. They accept E-ZPass Plus,
*JFK has added family security lines. These security lines are added specifically for families, and those who are unfamiliar with TSA security procedures. This allows experienced travelers and those in a hurry to get where they're going quickly, while families and others who need more time can get through security with minimal stress and hassle.
*The JFK AirTrain moves passengers between the terminals. Be advised that travel time between each terminal is about eight minutes. Be sure to allow yourself enough time to get where you're going. Please visit our AirTrain information page to learn more about AirTrain.
*JFK boasts literally hundreds of places to do business, shop, or eat. Each terminal is well-equipped with restaurants and other services, and you should be able to find what you're looking for at your terminal, with a few exceptions:
-Cell phone rentals are available at Terminal 3 at the arrivals area.
-Citibank is the largest currency exchange desk at JFK, located in Building 72 on the South Service Road of the Van Wyck Expressway.
-JFK's full-service post office is located in Building 250 on North Boundary Road.
*While security at JFK is excellent, it isn't all-seeing and all-powerful. Travelers should exercise caution. Ignore non-uniformed people offering to help you with your bags. Ignore individuals in the terminal offering ground transportation. Safe, reputable ground transportation can be found at information counters, taxi dispatchers, and bus stops.
Ground Transportation
Information desks are located on the lower level of the baggage claim for each terminal, giving you access to shuttle reservations, limousines, and vans. Taxis are also available in front of each terminal.
Car rentals are available at AirTrain Station C.
AirTrain moves passengers in and around JFK airport, connecting to busses, trains, and subways. Travel within JFK Airport terminals, car rentals, and parking lots is all free. Passengers arriving at or departing from Jamaica or Howard Beach stations pay $5 fare. Children under 5 ride free.
Public transportation is available to and from the airport, and connects to AirTrain terminals at Jamaica and Howard Beach stations. Check the local transit authority for current route information.
Be advised that New York City subways are not equipped to handle large pieces of luggage.
Before You Go
*Be sure your ticket and identification are easily accessible for security checkpoints.
*While many transit and transportation services accept credit and debit cards, not all services will accept them. Make sure you have plenty of cash in small bills to cover the costs of services.
*Always carry proper identification when travelling. Be advised that American travelers returning from Canada and Mexico are now required to carry a US Passport to be readmitted to the United States.
Contact Information
Website:
panynj.gov/CommutingTravel/airports/html/kennedy.html
General Information:
718-244-4444
Police:
718-244-4335
Lost and Found
718-244-4225
Impound Lot:
718-244-4335
AirTrain Information
(all hours) 877-JFK-AIRTrain (877-535-2478)
E-ZPass Customer Service
718-244-4168
E-ZPass Website
panynj.gov/ezpassplus.html
