Dine
From quick bites to sit-down meals, our dining options cover a range of dietary needs and preferences—perfect whether you're in a rush or ready to relax.
JFK Airport restaurants →JFK
Welcome to John F. Kennedy International Airport
Your world-class gateway to the world.
Security wait times
| Terminal | General | TSA Pre✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Terminal 1 | 1 min | No Wait |
| 4 Terminal 4 | 20 min | 1 min |
| 5 Terminal 5 | 14 min | No Wait |
| 7 Terminal 7 | 1 min | - |
| 8 Terminal 8 | 3 min | 1 min |
Security wait times are calculated and updated in real time. Note that measurement is from checkpoint queue entry and overflows beyond this area may lead to longer waits.
Last updated at 2:15 AM ET
Your Guide to JFK
Get your essentials and more at JFK
Shop
Forgot something? Find last minute travel essentials like snacks, sunglasses, chargers, souvenirs and more.
JFK Airport shops →Relax
Looking for a place to relax before your flight? Discover airport lounges, spas and more.
Places to relax at JFK Airport →Stay up to date with the latest JFK alerts
An entirely new $19B JFK is being constructed
Drivers and rideshare services, please plan ahead for delays or reroutes due to closures of parts of the airport roadway network. Port Authority provides alerts and advisories to help keep travelers informed about incidents or events at the airport.
Accessibility assistance at JFK
JFK offers a range of accessibility features and services designed to make every part of your trip through our terminals accessible and comfortable. For additional assistance—such as mobility support or help navigating between gates, terminals, security, or customs—you may also wish to arrange support in advance through your airline.
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FLY QUIET
2025 Fly Quiet Program
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 JFK Fly Quiet Program. Learn more about this program and see how the Port Authority and its partners in the airline industry are working to be good neighbors by operating quietly and sustainably.
Learn more ↗Nominate an employee for great service
Did an employee at JFK make an impact? JFK participates in the WE SOAR program. When you nominate an employee for their hospitality and hard work, they could receive a $25 gift card and a chance at a quarterly reward!
Learn more ↗Convenient pick-up and drop-off areas
Need to wait for your passenger? The on-airport pickup and drop off lot at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain station is now available. It is the perfect alternative for passengers to be picked up or dropped off and avoid curbside congestion.
Learn more →JFK customer support on WhatsApp
Need help while at the airport? JFK is now on WhatsApp. Get live customer support for questions regarding accessibility, assistance and more every day, from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. ET.
Learn more ↗