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John F. Kennedy International Airport

New York, New York, USA

~62 million per year, New York's primary international gateway 5 terminals 2 parallel + 2 intersecting runways (4L/22R, 4R/22L, 13L/31R, 13R/31L)
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Did you know?JFK is the primary US gateway for the large Indian-American diaspora. Air India operates direct non-stop flights from Delhi and Mumbai to JFK. The India–New York corridor is one of the most important US–India air routes.

Terminal Guide

Terminal 1
International
Lufthansa, Air France, Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and international partners
Terminal 4
International
Delta Air Lines (main hub), Air India (direct flights from India), Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, South African Airways, and many international carriers
Terminal 5 (JetBlue)
International
JetBlue (hub), Iceland Air
Terminal 7
International
British Airways, Finnair, Iberia, and IAG partners (under reconstruction 2024–2026)
Terminal 8
International
American Airlines, British Airways (select), and oneworld partners

Getting to/from New York Airport

AirTrain + Subway
AirTrain connects all JFK terminals to Jamaica Station (E, J, Z lines) and Howard Beach (A line). Best budget option to Manhattan.
⏱ 45–60 min to Midtown Manhattan ₹ USD 9.75 AirTrain + subway fare (₹900)
Taxi (Yellow Cab)
Official NYC yellow taxis from the airport to Manhattan charge a flat rate (no meter).
⏱ 40–70 min to Midtown (traffic dependent) ₹ USD 70 flat fare + tolls + tip (₹6,500–7,500)
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Uber and Lyft available from dedicated pick-up zones. Surge pricing common. JFK is notorious for traffic — budget extra time during peak.
⏱ 45–80 min to Midtown ₹ USD 45–90 (₹4,000–8,500)

Airport Facilities

IATA Code
JFK
Annual passengers
~62 million per year, New York's primary international gateway
Runways
2 parallel + 2 intersecting runways (4L/22R, 4R/22L, 13L/31R, 13R/31L). Major NYP redesign project underway.

Lounges

Multiple airline and credit card lounges: Amex Centurion Lounge (T4), Delta Sky Club (T4), American Airlines Admirals Club (T8), and others. Premium Amex/Chase Sapphire cards provide access.

Top Flight Routes from New York

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New York → DelhiNew York → MumbaiNew York → BangaloreNew York → ChennaiNew York → AhmedabadNew York → Hyderabad

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full name of New York airport?

The full name is John F. Kennedy International Airport, IATA code JFK. It serves New York, New York, USA.

How many terminals does New York airport have?

John F. Kennedy International Airport has 5 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 4, Terminal 5 (JetBlue), Terminal 7, Terminal 8. Terminal 1: Lufthansa, Air France, Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and international partners. Terminal 4: Delta Air Lines (main hub), Air India (direct flights from India), Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, South African Airways, and many international carriers. Terminal 5 (JetBlue): JetBlue (hub), Iceland Air. Terminal 7: British Airways, Finnair, Iberia, and IAG partners (under reconstruction 2024–2026). Terminal 8: American Airlines, British Airways (select), and oneworld partners.

How do I get from New York airport to the city?

AirTrain + Subway: AirTrain connects all JFK terminals to Jamaica Station (E, J, Z lines) and Howard Beach (A line). Best budget option to Manhattan. (approx. 45–60 min to Midtown Manhattan, USD 9.75 AirTrain + subway fare (₹900)). Taxi (Yellow Cab): Official NYC yellow taxis from the airport to Manhattan charge a flat rate (no meter). (approx. 40–70 min to Midtown (traffic dependent), USD 70 flat fare + tolls + tip (₹6,500–7,500)). Rideshare (Uber / Lyft): Uber and Lyft available from dedicated pick-up zones. Surge pricing common. JFK is notorious for traffic — budget extra time during peak. (approx. 45–80 min to Midtown, USD 45–90 (₹4,000–8,500)).

Are there airport lounges at New York airport?

Multiple airline and credit card lounges: Amex Centurion Lounge (T4), Delta Sky Club (T4), American Airlines Admirals Club (T8), and others. Premium Amex/Chase Sapphire cards provide access.

Which airlines fly from New York airport?

Airlines operating from John F. Kennedy International Airport include: Lufthansa, Air France, Korean Air, Japan Airlines, and international partners; Delta Air Lines (main hub), Air India (direct flights from India), Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, South African Airways, and many international carriers; JetBlue (hub), Iceland Air; British Airways, Finnair, Iberia, and IAG partners (under reconstruction 2024–2026); American Airlines, British Airways (select), and oneworld partners.

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