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John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

JFK Airport Status & Delays

  Delays by Destination:
No destination-specific delays are being reported
  General Departure Delays:
Traffic is experiencing gate hold and taxi delays lasting 15 minutes or less.
  General Arrival Delays:
Arrival traffic is experiencing airborne delays of 15 minutes or less
Update time: Wed Sep 9 09:50:00 2026 GMT - provided by the FAA\'s Air Traffic Control System Command Center

Independent JFK Airport Guide — Practical information for passengers traveling through John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Plan your journey through JFK Airport with information about terminals, transportation, parking, hotels, airport services and practical travel advice.

What Do You Need at JFK?

Find the information you need before arriving at the airport, getting to your terminal, or meeting a passenger.

Find Your Terminal

Find your JFK terminal and explore terminal-specific information.

View JFK Terminals

Get to and From JFK

Explore AirTrain, buses, taxis, shuttles, rental cars and driving information.

Transportation Options

Pick Up or Drop Off

Learn where and how to pick up or drop off passengers at JFK.

Pickup & Drop-Off

Parking at JFK

Find information about parking options at JFK Airport.

JFK Airport Parking

Hotels Near JFK

Find information about hotels and accommodation near the airport.

Hotels Near JFK

Airport Information

Get practical information to help you plan your journey through JFK.

JFK Airport Information

JFK Airport Terminals

JFK Airport has multiple passenger terminals serving different airlines and destinations. Check your airline and terminal before traveling.

Explore all JFK terminal information

Getting to and From JFK Airport

Choose the transportation option that best fits your journey to or from JFK Airport.

AirTrain JFK

Connect between JFK terminals and Jamaica or Howard Beach for onward connections.

AirTrain JFK Guide

JFK Airport Taxi

Information for passengers traveling by taxi from JFK Airport.

JFK Airport Taxi

JFK Airport Bus

Find information about bus transportation serving JFK Airport.

JFK Airport Bus

JFK Airport Shuttles

Learn about shuttle transportation options around JFK Airport.

JFK Airport Shuttles

Car Rental

Information about renting a car when traveling through JFK.

JFK Airport Car Rental

Driving Directions

Plan your drive to or from John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Driving Directions to JFK

Parking and Hotels

JFK Airport Parking

Find information about parking options and services for travelers arriving by car.

Parking Information

Hotels Near JFK Airport

Find accommodation near JFK Airport and information useful for travelers staying close to the airport.

Hotels Near JFK

JFK Airport Services

Useful services and facilities for passengers before, during and after their journey.

Wi-Fi and Internet

Learn how to connect to Wi-Fi at JFK Airport.

JFK Airport Wi-Fi

Luggage Storage

Information about luggage storage near JFK Airport.

Luggage Storage

Lost and Found

Find information about lost property and reporting lost items.

JFK Lost and Found

SIM Cards and eSIM

Information for travelers looking for mobile connectivity after arriving in New York.

SIM Card and eSIM Information

Travel Information

Practical information to help you prepare for your trip and navigate JFK Airport.

Security and TSA

Review security and TSA-related information before your trip.

Security and TSA Information

General JFK Information

Learn more about JFK Airport and the facilities available to passengers.

JFK Airport Information

About JFK Airport

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the major airports serving the New York metropolitan area. This independent website provides practical information for passengers planning a journey through JFK.

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Susana (not verified)

I arrive at newark at 10:30pm from Boston. I have a flight to Bogotá at 01:25am. But it has taken me more than 1 hora to leave the airport due to traffic. I am going to miss the flight. I need to contact Avianca directly at the counter. How can I do that?

Fri, 11/08/2013 - 05:04 Permalink
Sharon O'Connell (not verified)

Lost Samsung S2 Black Phone in bathroom or somewhere near Terminal 7, 2pm Sunday 15 June 2013, just before boarding flight to Iceland.

Fri, 06/21/2013 - 02:56 Permalink
Danial (not verified)

I'm flying to JFK international airport from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. I'm visiting NYC to see family and friends. But I'm a Malaysian citizen. The family that I have, living in NYC are PRs. What kind of immigration/custom forms would I have to fill out prior to passing through immigration?

Thanks!

Sat, 06/01/2013 - 11:24 Permalink
angelica Yeo (not verified)

If we arrived at JFK Terminal 4 at 11am and wish to continue the journey to Orlando MCO airport via a budget airline. What flight time should we book?

If we were to leave JFK airport At 8pm, What flight time should we book from Orlando MCO airpot?

Thanks.

Wed, 05/22/2013 - 07:58 Permalink
Mary Smith (not verified)

I am flying into JFK via Air Royal Maroc (terminal 1), then connecting to Delta (terminal 3) today.
I have 2 hours to make my connections. Once I go through customs, do I have to go outside security and re-check in? What is the fastest way to get between the terminals. Thank you.

Thu, 04/04/2013 - 15:31 Permalink
Anonymous (not verified)

In reply to by Mary Smith (not verified)

You are landing at terminal 1 and departing at Delta Term 3. Upon clearing customs at term 1 You will need to take a cab to term 3, 5 Min Drive but I would not suggest walking especially with luggage. There are cabs outside each term.

Sat, 12/28/2013 - 21:35 Permalink
Oli (not verified)

Can i do early check in like a day before my flight for emirates airline? Im doing it bcoz i dont have anyone who will drive me to the airport on the day of my flight. Is it possible?

Sun, 03/10/2013 - 22:37 Permalink
Konstantin Akulov (not verified)

20/02/12 I lost my camera (Canon) at Chili's before boarding at gate 14. Camera was in a black bag. Thanks for any info...

Fri, 02/22/2013 - 13:47 Permalink
Giordano Rubio (not verified)

Good afternoon. Please, my mother lost her suitcase somewhere inside the airport, it was about 2 months ago. I've called before, but nobody called back to tell me if it was found or not. Maybe someone stole it, but please, i'm just asking for a last check in the lost and found department. The suitcase is light green, half sized, brand SESTINI, maybe there's a little green and yellow tie. Thank you.

Mon, 02/04/2013 - 15:58 Permalink
Luis Souza (not verified)

Arriving from Denver with skis at terminal 3 , where can I store the big bag while I stay in NY?

Sun, 01/13/2013 - 16:18 Permalink
Vitaliy Khomanko (not verified)

I heard that my todays flight from NY to Kiev VV 132 is cancelled. It is info from my travel agent. I can't find confirmation anywhere. Can you confirm it?

Fri, 01/04/2013 - 14:19 Permalink
Barry (not verified)

Hi, I arrive T7 at 1635 and depart T3 at 1845 is that enough time to clear customs, transfer terminals and check in (carry on only). Many Thanks

Fri, 12/28/2012 - 23:13 Permalink
nolaliz57 (not verified)

Returning from Cuba on a Treasury-issued visa, I came through TSA security in Terminal 5 (Jet Blue) on Wednesday, December 5 at noon carrying a cardboard poster tube that I laid on the scanner belt. In haste I left without it; it didn't come with my other belongings. I didn't realize this until after I had taken off.

I have checked with Jet Blue Lost and Found and am so heartsick. If anyone finds this tube with no ID, there is a poster advertising my son's concert in NYC at Frank Sinatra School for the Performing Arts. There are movie posters and propaganda posters from Cuba.

I will pay $750 reward for the return of these posters, no questions asked. They aren't valuable, only meaningful to me personally.

PLEASE BE A GOOD SAMARITAN! THANK YOU!!

Elizabeth/New Orleans

Fri, 12/28/2012 - 01:31 Permalink
Mohammed Othman (not verified)

I have connecting flight to SV 20
Saudi airlines at 8:30pm
Right now I stuck on Boston and the estimated arriving
Would be 7:00 pm

Is there any chance saudi airlines will change departure tim e

Thank you......

Mon, 12/10/2012 - 20:25 Permalink
Natala (not verified)

Hello!

I need to send one bag from jfk on my friend's address in NY by US Post or DHL or something else. Is it possible to do? Are there any post offices in/near airport?

Thank you so much

Best regards

Tata

Mon, 12/03/2012 - 08:15 Permalink

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