Transfer to/from - New York JFK airport (JFK)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in New York JFK airport (JFK)

Transportation

 

Most transportation options at the airport require the use of the AirTrain system.

Traveling between terminals using this service is free, but there is a fee (USD 8.50) when connecting to the Jamaica or Howard Beach stations. From there, you can access buses, subways, and commuter trains that connect the airport with various destinations, including Long Island, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Brooklyn.

In addition, some transit lines offer direct service to the airport, and there are also door-to-door services available for your convenience.

Rent a Car

 

From which terminal does the MTA bus depart?

There are MTA routes (Tel 511 / +1 877 690 5116) departing from various points near the terminals. The fare is USD 2.90, and you can connect with several subway lines. Learn more

How to book a private service?

Civitatis is one of the private door-to-door transportation options and is suitable for groups, families, or couples.

The best option is to book online in advance for your transfer to or from JFK Airport. This way, a driver will be waiting for you, and you won’t have to negotiate prices with taxis or transfer companies.

You can book a private vehicle for 3 people for *USD 97.00 (total price per vehicle) to Manhattan or Brooklyn. There are also vehicles for 4 (*USD 127.00), 6 (*USD 136.00), or 7 people (*USD 163.00), and vans for 11 (*USD 247.00) and 14 passengers (*USD 300.00). Limousines for up to 7 passengers are available for *USD 296.00, and electric vehicles for 2 people for *USD 139.00.

If you need to go from JFK to Newark Airport, fares start at *USD 163.00 (up to 3 people), and to LaGuardia Airport from *USD 103.00.

*Fares are expressed in U.S. dollars and are estimates, but they may change at any time. To know the exact price, please check the booking form.

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How to get to the other New York airports?

JFK to LaGuardia (45-60 minutes):
All County Express (Tel +1 800 914 4223)
ETS Air Shuttle (Tel +1 718 221 5341)
NYC Airporter (Tel +1 718 777 5111)

JFK to Newark Liberty (60-90 minutes):
ETS Air Shuttle (Tel +1 718 221 5341)

How to get to the city by subway?

The MTA A line (Tel 511 / +1 877 690 5116) runs from Howard Beach Station to Far Rockaway, southern Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. The E line departs from Jamaica Station and goes to western Queens, Manhattan, and the World Trade Center. The J/Z lines go to central Queens and northern Brooklyn. Trains depart every 5–20 minutes. Travel time to Midtown Manhattan is 50–75 minutes, and the fare is USD 2.90. SEE MORE

How to get to Penn Station by train?

At Jamaica Station, you can board Long Island Rail Road services (Tel 511 / +1 718 217 5477) to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island. The fare varies depending on the schedule, but to Penn Station it costs USD 11.25 (plus the AirTrain fare to Jamaica Station and USD 1.00 for the MetroCard if you don’t already have one). The trip from Jamaica to Penn Station takes about 50 minutes. SEE MORE

Where to find taxis?

Vehicles are available outside the Arrivals Halls. The trip to Manhattan has a flat fare of USD 70.00 (plus tolls and tips). During peak hours (4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the fare is USD 75.00) and takes 40 to 100 minutes, depending on traffic. The ride to LaGuardia Airport costs USD 48.00–53.00, and to Newark Airport the price is USD 157.00–177.00 (plus a USD 20.00 surcharge). SEE MORE

Which public bus lines serve JFK Airport?

- B15: East New York - Brownsville - Ocean Hill - Bedford-Stuyvesant (85 min.)
- Q3: Springfield Gardens - St Albans - Hollis - Jamaica (50 min.)
- Q6: Springfield Gardens - Jamaica
- Q7: South Jamaica - Ozone Park - East New York
- Q10: Ozone Park - Kew Gardens (40-45 min.)

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Latest updates: August 25, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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