John F. Kennedy International Airport
Queens, NY 11430, USA
If you’re driving to JFK, you’ll be headed to the borough of Queens, about 15 miles outside of Manhattan. We recommend using Google maps for directions. JFK parking rates, reviews, and reservations are available on Parking Access and Instapark—both great resources.
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Several major airports are located within 20-30 miles of JFK, including Long Island Islip and LaGuardia. Click on a link to learn more about the airport's ground transportation options.
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List of Shared-Ride Shuttle Providers at JFK
We listed the best JFK Airport shuttle companies that can provide you with reliable and punctual New York Airport transportation. Shared-ride shuttles aren't available at the moment due to COVID-19, but you can reach out to any JFK shuttle from our list to arrange another type of airport transfer. Arrange your ride in advance to have a hassle-free trip to or from John F. Kennedy International Airport!
Follow the listed steps to find your GO Airlink NYC shuttle vans at JFK Airport:
- Head to the Ground Transportation Desk in the Arrivals area
- Ask the representative for assistance and directions
- If no one’s available at the desk, go to the nearby phone bank
- Dial #18 to reach out to GO Airlink Shuttle
Airtrain JFK
JFK AirTrain is the fastest way to get around the airport, including all terminals, parking lots, hotel, and rental car facilities. If you’re headed to Manhattan, this chart will be useful.
Location/Destination |
Rate |
Travel duration |
JFK Airport |
Free |
Continous connections between terminals |
Manhattan via Penn Station |
$5.00 + Metrocard ride $7.75 |
50 minutes |
Manhattan W 14th St |
$5.00 + Metrocard ride $7.75 |
60 minutes |
Manhattan W 135th St |
$5.00 + Metrocard ride $7.75 |
75 minutes |
Rideshare in New York City
One of the most popular JFK Airport transportation options is provided by Uber and Lyft—well-known rideshare services. Due to COVID-19, shared rides aren't available, but you can still use both apps to request reasonably-priced transfers to any New York Airport, including John F. Kennedy International. See the list below to discover fare estimates for several New York City destinations.
Location |
Uber |
Lyft |
Queens |
$29 |
$20-25 |
Brooklyn |
$40 |
$50-60 |
Manhattan |
$58 |
$50-60 |
Port Authority Terminal |
$56 |
$60-65 |
Go through our guide to learn how to find your Lyft at JFK and discover fare estimates to all popular destinations.
Where is the Uber JFK pick-up location?
At Terminals 1-4, Uber drivers pick passengers up outside the Arrivals or Baggage Claim area. At Terminal 5, the pick-up spot is outside on the Departures Level.
Taxi Service
Like any major airport, JFK has an array of taxi cabs available 24/7. Be careful of unlicensed soliciting car drivers looking to offer you a ride from JFK. We highly recommend tipping well and keep in mind, if you’re traveling from JFK to Manhattan, it’s a flat fee of $52.00 with a surcharge of $4.50 during peak hours. You can have up to 4 passengers in a car and 5 in a mini-van, and be sure to take your receipt.
Fares between JFK and Manhattan
Destination/Location |
Fare |
Manhattan |
$52 |
The Bronx |
$54-$72 |
Brooklyn/Coney Island |
$44-$57 |
Queens |
$20-$33 |
Staten Island |
$66-$85 |
LaGuardia Airport |
$33-$36 |
Newark Liberty Airport |
$113-$123 |
If you’re looking for service to Westchester County, review the shared-ride shuttles. Taxi service to such locations is metered and can end up being very costly.
Private Car
Travelers can opt for private door-to-door airport transportation to hotels or any other location. Whether you search for a sedan, car service, limousine, or private van service, use the listed contact details to arrange it. A driver will pick you up at your terminal after your flight arrives and take you to any destination in New York City. Here are the top two private car service companies:
- Carmel Car Service 866-666-6666
- ExecuCar 800-253-1442
Rental Cars
JFK has all the major car rental brands, such as Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Enterprise, and National. Every JFK Airport terminal has rental car desks or courtesy phones near the baggage carousel. If you already made a reservation, you can use AirTrain to get to your vehicle. Exit at the Federal Circle Station.
NYC Public Transportation
JFK can be accessed easily via the New York City public transportation system—check out the MTA official website— including the subway system and Long Island Railroad aka LIRR. To discover how to get to JFK from Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Long Island, learn all about taking a train to JFK. The guide offers all the information you need to travel stress-free and affordably!