JFK Arrival Alerts
Get a text when their flight lands at New York JFK.
Get a text when they land at JFKAirport Code
JFK
Passengers/Year
62 million
Terminals
T1, T2, T4, T5, T7, T8
Exit Time
45-90 minutes after landing
About
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport
JFK has 6 terminals with no airside connections between them. Each airline uses specific terminals:
- Terminal 1: Air France, Lufthansa, Japan Airlines, Korean Air - Terminal 4: Delta hub, Emirates, Etihad, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Atlantic - Terminal 5: JetBlue hub - Terminal 7: British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Qantas - Terminal 8: American Airlines hub
From landing to exit can take 45-90 minutes for international arrivals. Customs and immigration queues vary by time of day and staffing.
Evening arrivals (6-10pm) from Europe face the longest queues as multiple transatlantic flights land simultaneously.
If you're picking someone up, the AirTrain connects terminals to Jamaica station (subway/LIRR) and Howard Beach (A train). Central Taxi Hold serves all terminals.
Pickup tip
Each terminal is separate. Customs queues vary wildly. AirTrain connects terminals.
How it works
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How do I know when a flight lands at JFK?
Enter the flight number into SkyText. You'll receive a text when the flight lands.
Why does JFK take so long after landing?
Multiple separate terminals plus customs/immigration queues. Budget 45-90 minutes.
Which terminal does British Airways use at JFK?
Terminal 7, though this is changing with the new terminal construction.
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