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.
We will land monday 1.35 pm
We will land monday 1.35 pm at JFK (we come from Brussels). What are the chances that our flight will be cancelled?
dl 0094
my flyght departure o8/27/2011 it is canceled?
In reply to dl 0094 by oleg8410 (not verified)
is Delta flight 528 form antigua.
will the flight number 528 from Antigua on Delta airlinesto Jfk on the 27th saturday is still sechedule to fly.
Will be flight arrive on Saturday night?
Hi
I'm scheduled to leave Heathrow at 505 GMT and arrive Saturday night at approx. 830pm. Will I make it?
Should I try to leave earlier or later?
JFK-Specialist .. hope you see this :)
Thanks!
Sunday Aug 28 afternoon flights
Husband is due to arrive Sunday Aug 28 4 pm from Morocco-along with hurricane irene. Please tell me flights will be cancelled delayed prior to departure from other locations to prevent problems when landing in NY. Better to be safe! thank you
Any thoughts about flights
Any thoughts about flights out of JFK to Reykavik on Sunday evening via Icelandic Air?
My fligth is to Istanbul
My fligth is to Istanbul friday 26 at 11:00pm- shall I expect delays or cancelation- thank you very much
Laguardia to JFK
I'm arriving from IND to Laguardia, but leaving out of JFK.
Is my "shuttle" part of my ticket? Where do I catch this suttle?
question
My family is taking a flight from the Dominican Republic to NY tomorrow, will it be delayed/cancelled because of today's eartquake?
my son Luis is scheduled to
my son Luis is scheduled to flight to Beijing Air China Flight 982 trought terminal 1...it is on time or delayed? ....thank you
In reply to my son Luis is scheduled to by ENRIQUE A POU (not verified)
It is on time.
It is on time.
is there a western union or
is there a western union or any company of that sort inside the airport? anything that can be used to me to receive money someone wwill wire to me? pls help
Hi: Is there any bath and
Hi:
Is there any bath and bodyworks shop in the airport?
Thank you!
Travelling between JFK Terminal and JFK Air Cargo (Delta)
Is there a way, other than taxi, to get from the Terminal to Delta Air Cargo, and vice versa?
Could one call (or pre-arrange) for a cab from Air Cargo to a further destination (Ozone Park)? Would the trip from Air Cargo to Ozone Park fall under the Flat Rate Fare for Airport trips, or would it be metered?
The situation is: I need to get to& from Delta Air Cargo to p/u and drop off my dog. I would be w/out the dog going to and from the terminal, and so wouldn't HAVE to travel by cab if other options were available. Would need the cab though between Air Cargo and Ozone Park, both coming and going.
Looking for the least expensive way to travel. Traveling daylight hours both times. Non-peak outbound, possibly Peak hours for the portion from AirCargo to JFK Terminal on the return journey.
Thank you in advance for any assistance/info you can provide.
I am flying out Aug 20th
I am flying out Aug 20th flight 1089 to Miami with a connection, flight 2299 to St Kitts. My flight out of JFK (1089) is scheduled to depart at 5:40am, what time should I plan to get to airport?
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