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JFK Air port also referred as JFK or simply Kennedy airport, is located in Queens about 12 miles from New York City Downtown area in Manhattan. JFK air port is the busiest air port in New York City with daily flights to most world countries. JFK air port is the top international gateway to the United States. The largest air terminals at JFK air port are JetBlue, Delta, American Airline, British Airways and United Airlines but nearly 100 airlines from over 50 countries operate regularly scheduled flights from JFK International air port. JFK air port also handles a large number of domestic flights within the US.
JFK Air port Limo Transportation services provides luxury transportation for all New York City to and from JFK air port. These limousine companies offer their transportation service from JFK air port to Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Bronx, Westchester and New Jersey. They also provide air port transfers to and from John F. Kennedy airport, LaGuardia air port, Newark air port, and Mac Arthur air port. Expect to pay about $85 to $110 depending on the vehicle you book.
Taxis aren't your only option to get to Manhattan from JFK. Pre-arrange for a car service to meet you at the air port, or call one when your flight touches down. This is a great option if you want to avoid waiting in line for a taxi or if you have a group larger than four people and want to arrange for a limousine.
On trips beyond the City of New York, all necessary tolls to and from the destination shall be paid by the passenger.
Yellow Taxis are only allow to charge a $45 flat fare plus tolls and gratuities of 20% (Total: $65 ) to any Manhattan location. Taxis are available outside of every terminal and there is typically a taxi stand where you will be directed to a taxi. For destinations outside of Manhattan, consult the TLC Fare Guide. There is no additional charge for luggage and rates are based per car, not per passenger (up to four passengers). To return to JFK from Manhattan, taxis will charge you the metered rate, plus any applicable tolls and tips.
Because traffic conditions in New York City, especially around bridges or tunnels, can be unpredictable, it is best to allow yourself extra time to reach JFK and your flight. From Manhattan it takes a minimum of 30 minutes to reach JFK by car, but if there is heavy traffic, it could take 2 hours. See our driving to JFK link for more information
In New York City Traffic is congested and parking is expensive, so we don't recommend renting a car and driving. Public transportation at JFK has improved much since the influx of travelers and commuters in New York City. Luckily for the traveler there are a number of public transportation methods available.
The New York City Subway 'A' train from Manhattan provides a service to the Howard Beach station. From there a frequent bus service connects to the terminals at JFK airport. Journey time from midtown Manhattan to JFK airport is around 90 minutes. The fare is $2. You can buy a MetroCard® Pay-Per-Ride or 7-Day. MetroCards are accepted on all MTA buses (local, Limited-Stop and express) and on the subway. All buses accept exact fare in coins, but not pennies or half dollars. If you have large quantities of luggage, you may find it difficult to manage this long trip. Provided the bus operator considers it safe, passengers may be let off along the route at other than an official bus stop only between 10 PM - 5 AM within the New York City. You can also take the free JFK parking shuttle to the long term parking lot. This drops you off right at the "JFK" subway station, which takes you through Brooklyn and connects to all major subway routes.
Shuttle and express bus service is available from Kennedy Airport to the Port Authority, Grand Central Terminal & Penn Station.
Operating 24 hours every day, AirTrain is JFK airport is a new train service that takes you between JFK Airport and the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train, New York City Transit subways, and local buses. AirTrain JFK connects to the A subway train at Howard Beach Station & to the E, J, & Z subway trains or the L.I.R.R. at Jamaica Station.
By connecting with LIRR trains and NYCT subways, AirTrain makes it possible for travelers to avoid traffic and ride the rails to and from the airport. Just as important, it also serves as a convenient on-airport service, as the AirTrain makes frequent stops at airline terminals, parking lots, hotel shuttle areas and rental car facilities.
Cost: $5 Enter/Exit fare + subway
Posted by New York's Own
