JFK Airport Location
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is located in Jamaica, Queens, in southeastern New York City. The airport's mailing address is Jamaica, NY 11430. JFK is approximately 15 miles by road from Midtown Manhattan and sits on Jamaica Bay.
JFK Airport Quick Facts
| Information | JFK Airport |
|---|---|
| Official name | John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| Airport code | JFK |
| ICAO code | KJFK |
| Location | Jamaica, Queens, New York City |
| ZIP code | 11430 |
| Time zone | Eastern Time (ET) |
| Distance from Midtown Manhattan | Approximately 15 miles by road |
| Airport area | Approximately 4,930 acres |
Where Is JFK Airport?
JFK Airport is in Queens, New York City, in the southeastern part of the borough near Jamaica Bay. It is one of the major airports serving the New York metropolitan area.
Although the airport is commonly associated with Manhattan because of its importance to New York City, JFK is not located in Manhattan. It is located in the borough of Queens, within New York City.
JFK is approximately 15 miles by road from Midtown Manhattan. The airport occupies approximately 4,930 acres along Jamaica Bay.
JFK Airport Address and ZIP Code
The commonly used airport address is:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
14 S Service Rd Bldg
Jamaica, NY 11430
United States
The airport's ZIP code is 11430. You may also see the address written as Building 14, Jamaica, NY 11430.
For driving, airport navigation and passenger pick-up or drop-off, use the address and terminal information provided by your airline or the specific terminal. JFK has separate terminal roadways and approaches.
JFK Terminal Addresses and Locations
JFK's passenger terminals are located around the airport's central roadway and AirTrain system. The current passenger terminal guides cover Terminals 1, 4, 5, 7 and 8.
JFK Terminal 1
International passenger terminal serving multiple international airlines.
JFK Terminal 4
Major international and domestic terminal with extensive airline and passenger services.
JFK Terminal 7
Passenger terminal serving a range of international and domestic airlines.
JFK Terminal 8
Major terminal serving American Airlines, British Airways and other airlines.
All JFK Terminals
Compare terminals, airlines and passenger information in one place.
JFK Airport Codes: JFK and KJFK
JFK is the IATA airport code used by airlines, passengers, flight searches, tickets and airport information systems.
KJFK is the ICAO identifier for John F. Kennedy International Airport. ICAO codes are primarily used for aviation operations, flight planning and air traffic services.
| Code | Meaning | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| JFK | IATA airport code | Airline tickets, reservations, flight searches and passenger information |
| KJFK | ICAO airport identifier | Aviation operations and flight planning |
JFK Airport Terminals
JFK currently has passenger terminal guides for Terminals 1, 4, 5, 7 and 8. Your airline and flight information should be checked before traveling because terminal assignments can change.
The JFK terminals guide provides an overview of the passenger terminals and links to individual terminal information.
Getting To and From JFK Airport
JFK can be reached by AirTrain, subway and LIRR connections, taxis, rideshare services, rental cars, buses and private vehicles.
AirTrain JFK
AirTrain connects the passenger terminals with airport parking, Jamaica Station, Howard Beach and the rental car center.
JFK Taxis
Find information about taxis and ground transportation between JFK and New York City.
Driving Directions
Driving to JFK requires knowing your passenger terminal and following current airport roadway signs.
JFK Airport Parking
Find airport parking information and options for travelers arriving by car.
JFK Airport Map and Location
A map of JFK helps travelers understand the relationship between the passenger terminals, AirTrain stations, parking areas and airport roadways.
Because terminal access routes can change, travelers driving to JFK should confirm their terminal before leaving and follow airport signs when approaching the airport.
Useful JFK Airport Services
About John F. Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport is one of the major airports serving New York City and the New York metropolitan area. It is located in southeastern Queens along Jamaica Bay.
The airport is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. JFK covers approximately 4,930 acres and is connected to New York City's transportation network by roads, AirTrain, subway and Long Island Rail Road connections.
For passengers, JFK is an important international gateway with airlines serving destinations throughout the United States and around the world.
JFK Airport History
Construction of the airport began in 1942. The airport was developed on land that included the former Idlewild Golf Course, which is why JFK was widely associated with the name Idlewild during its early history.
The Port Authority began operating the airport in 1947, and commercial flights began in 1948. The airport was later renamed John F. Kennedy International Airport in December 1963, following the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
The name JFK is now the internationally recognized airport code and is used throughout airline and aviation systems.
arrival time
I am taking a domestic flight that departs at 6:10 am in the morning. What time should I arrive? Last year I took a similar flight and arrived at 4:30 am. The Terminal was not open until 5:00 a.m. and I had to stand outside.
I will go the terminal 3 and
I will go the terminal 3 and I need to catch the plane to Salt Lake City at what gate should I go ...?
Iwill arrive to JFK arport,
Iwill arrive to JFK arport, terminal 4 at 5:30 am then catch another flight, terminal 7 at 8 am
is there enough time? or I'm going to miss my second flight?
note that the first flight is internal from LA to NY using Virgin America airline and my second flight is international from NY to London through British Airways
Arrived on the Terminal 8 with a dog
How can I go to the Rent a car offices(National) with my dog and the Box
Thanks
In reply to Arrived on the Terminal 8 with a dog by LuisFB (not verified)
Travelling with dog
HiLuisFB,
understand ur worries. Been there, done that! U will need to find a clerk to help you with the travel box. Disassemble it for the taxi. Grab a taxi with the box, luggage and ur dog to get to National. Or store ur box and return for it later.
All the best, good luck and safe travels!!
YW
3 Terminal
I will plan to use 3 Terminal. so, Is there a Louis Vuitton duty-free shop in 3 Terminal?
Terminals
Could you please tell me:
- Terminal number for an Airfrance flight coming from Malaga.
- Terminal number for an United flight to San Francisco.
Thank you.
Plane change international to domestic
First time in JFK. I am arriving from Málaga at 12:45 pm and taking my flight to San Francisco at 14:37 pm. Tickets have been bought separately. - Will I have time enough to take the domestic flight? - And what are the steps I will have to take?. Fe: I don't know if I have to go through customs /inmigration twice, if the distance is long between terminals, etc. Advice about this will be most appreciated.
American Disabilities Act
I am traveling with my service dog from JFK-Moscow-Larnaca. The Aeroflot airline knows it is a service dog and will NOT confirm my dog on the flight to Moscow. Is this allowed? I am a US citizen with proper documentation for my dog. Thank you!!
Wheelchair help
My elderly mom and I are travelling from to Toronto to India on Tuesday. Our Air India flight has been changed to leave 2 hours sooner than we had scheduled. We arrive AA term 8 at 1:10 and our next flight is in term 4 at 3:10. We used Airmiles for the first leg and a group tour company has booked the second. Is there any wheelchair agency we can hire to help me get my mom to terminal 4? When we had a 4 hour layover we were not worried. NOW - oh no!! Thanks.
I am flying from NYC to
I am flying from NYC to FLORIDA next week. I do not have a STATE ID or a PASSPORT. Can I use my social security card and a NJ Essex County resident ID? My resident ID includes my photo, name, Date of birth, gender and expiration date. Would those two items be valid?
transfer
flying in terminal 7 on ba arriving 14.45 from london catching flight to norfolk va at 17.00hrs terminal 8-9 is that enough time.
I will be arriving United
I will be arriving United States from Italy tomorrow I'll be travelling on Alitalia and will be landing at 1,55 PM and have a American Airlines flight to D.C. at 4,55
Do I have to clear Immigration before catching a Flight to Washington ?
If Yes, then will that be fair amount of time to clear immigration and other formalities at the Airport and catch a flight or does it requires more time?
question on arrival and connection
Girlfriend enroute from BOS to JFK now on AA to continue to Peru...Arriving at T8 Gate 42 she was told she had to re check to take LAN 531 to Peru. Where should she go ? All the way back to entry, recheck, redo security or is there another way to stay "in" the post security / arrival area?? Thx
Terminal
Hi,
I arrive at JFK the 21 april from London (Flight AA 0101)I want to know teh terminal of arrival.
Yhanks
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