Good international airport! Was their in terminal 8,Security checks are fast and organised .Lounges are great .Neatly maintained !Good architecture piece of American Airlines ..
nidhi bassi
Really big airport with 8 terminals which are quiet easy to find out which airline flying where to. Once you enter the airport all signs Up to help you finishing gates or to check in self kiosk. Friendly staff is there to help you if you needed. Mostly people speak Spanish there but don't panic. English speaking people are there around too. After dropping your luggage you have to do security checks and then proceed further to your gates. Display boards everywhere so no issues in finishing. Various eatery shops you can find out. You can make your own salads for under $11 for a pound in weigh. I flew by Jet blue which provides free Wi-Fi.
Pierre Ceballos
I have been to New York a couple times and this airport at John F Kennedy is pretty cool. I loved the fact it had a mall inside the terminal with designer brands. It was something I wasn’t expecting.And for being such a busy airport the flow and traffic was actually not so bad. I came in on July forth weekend and was actually easy.Another check mark of the bucket list
Rudy Krupitza
Tons of security and signage at this well run airport! We went straight in and were checked and through tsa in no time they offer a million shops and places to eat while you wait for your flight to board. They also had a ton of CLEAN bathrooms which was nice and convenient. If your flying over seas like we did I wouldn’t recommend any other international airport!
Alex Melendez
I’m sure you are not surprised, but this airport is the hardest to use and most unpleasant. Expect everything to take twice as long….entry, ticketing, security, boarding, taking off…this airport is pretty dirty and even more unpleasant in that regard. It’s about as pleasant as a clean subway station. Navigating the airport is confusing and requires a lot of attention.
Lexy McCauley
Really smoothly run airport. Signage is clear. Passport control wasn’t too bad. The people were nice and not pushy. The bathrooms are shockingly nice in terminal 4. I was very impressed because I assume airport bathrooms will be a tad bit gross. Overall, great experience!
Jared Byrne
Aside from the standard airport ingredients (i.e., exorbitant food and beverage prices) this airport is not functional for it's importance. Admittedly, this is an exceptionally busy airport - I'd even guess it is too busy for its size (which would explain why the New York Post reported JFK as one of the three longest security wait times among airports in America); so I give credit to the staff for making it work, but overall this airport is a little sad as an international hub. From getting into the airport (8 terminals, massive construction everywhere, and the skytrain not working consistently at every terminal), to once you're in the airport (some of the most uncomfortable seating I've ever experienced in an airport (which, for an airport with so many international layovers, seating is so important [potentially even as places to sleep]), to the reality that you need to leave the airport to switch terminals ... meaning travellers' have to go through security multiple times ) another likely reason for it's long security wait times). With millions of travelers (over 13 million in 2023 Q1 alone) many with layovers, this airport clearly wasn't/isn't designed for the millions of travellers that come through here.
Serena Favaro
A great place! I took a flight from Milan to NYC and waited for a connecting flight to Boston. The reason why this is 3 stars is because it was very hot when I went and there was no air con. And also I waited 2 hrs for border control and 1 hr just to change terminals! It’s not the airports fault, it’s just very busy. This is my second time at JFK, first was in October.
Στέφανος Δούκας
An enormous airport for sure. Coming here I was told that I would have to wait for hours and hours but that couldn't be further than the truth. I got through TSA control within 15 minutes. A seamless experience for sure. The whole airport is really clear and well maintained. Airlines' staff is kind and helpful but unfortunately that can't be said for the airport staff too. Most of the employees are stone cold and will provide with the minimum help if any. Definitely an area that needs improvement.
Wagner Castro
Maybe we are not aware of the logistics necessary for the operations of a huge airport like this. Despite the quantity of passengers, staff, and public servants, the airport runs smoothly.A connection here should be a minimum of three hours to avoid stress. During rush hours, it may take a bit more, but someone of the staff will give you a priority pass, and you can make it.
My band went through JFK a couple days ago when there was that wet snow storm that came through. We were coming from Jamaica connecting through here and then to our final destination in Las Vegas. I had another great experience using this airport, especially terminal 4, which always runs smoothly. I give a big thumbs up to immigration their because they are very strict and precise, yet they always seem to keep the line moving smoothly. Not like other large airports. Thanks again for the nice time there. The food chores are perfect, and love the Pete’s Coffee instead of Starbucks. Love that! Love your style over there! Keep rocking NY and see ya again soon!
Luciano Barbati
Used terminal 4, it's really big.on arrival it took an hour to get through passport control, on departure it was fast and just half an hour I was inside the terminal gates.There are plenty of restaurants and food shops for everyone taste.Easy to find gate.Well made.
krutartha shah
This airport has 8 terminals. Iconic and amazing experience every time being at JFK. Never had a bad experience at immigration or Customs. The lounges are great especially the Polaris. Everything is well organized and good marked. You need to follow all the descriptions which you see above you. TSA is so efficient out here and the way they handle the traffic is amazing. Security check is fast and less stressful then Newark airport. OLD airport terminal TWA is really good if you have layover for few hours.
Vin Chenzo
Excellent layout in Terminal 4 with plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from. Very short wait at security using the free Reserve service and passport control was speedy too. Would recommend.
Liby George
Iconic and amazing experience every time being at JFK. Spotted the Supersonic here for the first time (in late 90s). Walked on to the upper decks of a 747-400 and a A380 for the first time at this airport.Though the building is getting aged, the sheer volume of passengers that travels through JFK is astonishing. Never had a bad experience at immigration or Customs.The lounges are great especially the Polaris!
Good international airport! Was their in terminal 8,Security checks are fast and organised .Lounges are great .Neatly maintained !Good architecture piece of American Airlines ..
Really big airport with 8 terminals which are quiet easy to find out which airline flying where to. Once you enter the airport all signs Up to help you finishing gates or to check in self kiosk. Friendly staff is there to help you if you needed. Mostly people speak Spanish there but don't panic. English speaking people are there around too. After dropping your luggage you have to do security checks and then proceed further to your gates. Display boards everywhere so no issues in finishing. Various eatery shops you can find out. You can make your own salads for under $11 for a pound in weigh. I flew by Jet blue which provides free Wi-Fi.
I have been to New York a couple times and this airport at John F Kennedy is pretty cool. I loved the fact it had a mall inside the terminal with designer brands. It was something I wasn’t expecting.And for being such a busy airport the flow and traffic was actually not so bad. I came in on July forth weekend and was actually easy.Another check mark of the bucket list
Tons of security and signage at this well run airport! We went straight in and were checked and through tsa in no time they offer a million shops and places to eat while you wait for your flight to board. They also had a ton of CLEAN bathrooms which was nice and convenient. If your flying over seas like we did I wouldn’t recommend any other international airport!
I’m sure you are not surprised, but this airport is the hardest to use and most unpleasant. Expect everything to take twice as long….entry, ticketing, security, boarding, taking off…this airport is pretty dirty and even more unpleasant in that regard. It’s about as pleasant as a clean subway station. Navigating the airport is confusing and requires a lot of attention.
Really smoothly run airport. Signage is clear. Passport control wasn’t too bad. The people were nice and not pushy. The bathrooms are shockingly nice in terminal 4. I was very impressed because I assume airport bathrooms will be a tad bit gross. Overall, great experience!
Aside from the standard airport ingredients (i.e., exorbitant food and beverage prices) this airport is not functional for it's importance. Admittedly, this is an exceptionally busy airport - I'd even guess it is too busy for its size (which would explain why the New York Post reported JFK as one of the three longest security wait times among airports in America); so I give credit to the staff for making it work, but overall this airport is a little sad as an international hub. From getting into the airport (8 terminals, massive construction everywhere, and the skytrain not working consistently at every terminal), to once you're in the airport (some of the most uncomfortable seating I've ever experienced in an airport (which, for an airport with so many international layovers, seating is so important [potentially even as places to sleep]), to the reality that you need to leave the airport to switch terminals ... meaning travellers' have to go through security multiple times ) another likely reason for it's long security wait times). With millions of travelers (over 13 million in 2023 Q1 alone) many with layovers, this airport clearly wasn't/isn't designed for the millions of travellers that come through here.
A great place! I took a flight from Milan to NYC and waited for a connecting flight to Boston. The reason why this is 3 stars is because it was very hot when I went and there was no air con. And also I waited 2 hrs for border control and 1 hr just to change terminals! It’s not the airports fault, it’s just very busy. This is my second time at JFK, first was in October.
An enormous airport for sure. Coming here I was told that I would have to wait for hours and hours but that couldn't be further than the truth. I got through TSA control within 15 minutes. A seamless experience for sure. The whole airport is really clear and well maintained. Airlines' staff is kind and helpful but unfortunately that can't be said for the airport staff too. Most of the employees are stone cold and will provide with the minimum help if any. Definitely an area that needs improvement.
Maybe we are not aware of the logistics necessary for the operations of a huge airport like this. Despite the quantity of passengers, staff, and public servants, the airport runs smoothly.A connection here should be a minimum of three hours to avoid stress. During rush hours, it may take a bit more, but someone of the staff will give you a priority pass, and you can make it.
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My band went through JFK a couple days ago when there was that wet snow storm that came through. We were coming from Jamaica connecting through here and then to our final destination in Las Vegas. I had another great experience using this airport, especially terminal 4, which always runs smoothly. I give a big thumbs up to immigration their because they are very strict and precise, yet they always seem to keep the line moving smoothly. Not like other large airports. Thanks again for the nice time there. The food chores are perfect, and love the Pete’s Coffee instead of Starbucks. Love that! Love your style over there! Keep rocking NY and see ya again soon!
Used terminal 4, it's really big.on arrival it took an hour to get through passport control, on departure it was fast and just half an hour I was inside the terminal gates.There are plenty of restaurants and food shops for everyone taste.Easy to find gate.Well made.
This airport has 8 terminals. Iconic and amazing experience every time being at JFK. Never had a bad experience at immigration or Customs. The lounges are great especially the Polaris. Everything is well organized and good marked. You need to follow all the descriptions which you see above you. TSA is so efficient out here and the way they handle the traffic is amazing. Security check is fast and less stressful then Newark airport. OLD airport terminal TWA is really good if you have layover for few hours.
Excellent layout in Terminal 4 with plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from. Very short wait at security using the free Reserve service and passport control was speedy too. Would recommend.
Iconic and amazing experience every time being at JFK. Spotted the Supersonic here for the first time (in late 90s). Walked on to the upper decks of a 747-400 and a A380 for the first time at this airport.Though the building is getting aged, the sheer volume of passengers that travels through JFK is astonishing. Never had a bad experience at immigration or Customs.The lounges are great especially the Polaris!