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Whether you’re moving between terminals at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), leaving the airport via pick-up areas, or headed to public transit, rental cars, or a hotel shuttle, the AirTrain is the easiest way to get around JFK.
JFK’s AirTrain connects you to parking areas, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), New York City Subway and local buses.
AirTrain Service Map:
AirTrain connections
Between passenger terminals
The AirTrain takes passengers between terminals at JFK in under 10 minutes. This is a free, convenient service to access your connecting gate. Trains run every 5-15 minutes, but be sure to check monitors in the AirTrain station for any service changes.
To and from NYC public transportation
You can access public transportation by taking the AirTrain to Jamaica or Howard Beach Station. The one-way AirTrain fare between JFK and these stations is $8.75.
To and from parking lots
You can easily access parking areas by taking the AirTrain. Each terminal is a short walk to its nearby short-term parking lot. Long-term parking is available near the Lefferts Boulevard Station.
To and from hotel shuttles
JFK offers a designated hotel shuttle pickup and dropoff area. Take the AirTrain to Federal Circle via the Jamaica or Howard Beach AirTrain lines to access hotel shuttles.
To and from rental cars
JFK partners with most rental companies. If you are looking to pick up or drop off a rental car, go to Federal Circle Station. Take the AirTrain there using the Jamaica or Howard Beach lines or from any terminal.
Paying for AirTrain
AirTrain JFK single-ride fare is $8.75. Children under five ride for free.
If you are using public transportation to or from the airport, you will be charged when entering/exiting Jamaica Station and Howard Beach AirTrain stations.
You can pay for AirTrain JFK fare using any contactless payment method such as a credit card, debit card or a mobile device with Apple Pay or Google Pay, or with an OMNY card.
You can purchase a new OMNY card or refill your existing OMNY card using cash, credit card, or debit card at the ticket vending machines located in Howard Beach or Jamaica MTA Subway stations.
Contactless fare payments are powered by the MTA’s OMNY system. OMNY is available on all NYC subways and buses, as well as the Roosevelt Island Tram.
Learn more about OMNY Card by clicking here.
Common trips to and from JFK
The AirTrain stations are easily accessible via the NYC subway and the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) connecting you to any of JFK’s terminals on public transportation.
Check out the sample routes, fares, and travel times for common trips to and from the airport: