AirNav: KJFK - John F Kennedy International Airport (2024)

FAA INFORMATION EFFECTIVE 13 JUNE 2024

Location

FAA Identifier:JFK
Lat/Long:40-38-23.7410N 073-46-43.2920W
40-38.395683N 073-46.721533W
40.6399281,-73.7786922
(estimated)
Elevation:13 ft. / 4.0 m (surveyed)
Variation:13W (2020)
From city:13 miles SE of NEW YORK, NY
Time zone:UTC -4 (UTC -5 during Standard Time)
Zip code:11430

Airport Operations

Airport use:Open to the public
Activation date:01/1939
Control tower:yes
ARTCC:NEW YORK CENTER
FSS:NEW YORK FLIGHT SERVICE STATION
NOTAMs facility:JFK (NOTAM-D service available)
Attendance:CONTINUOUS
Wind indicator:lighted
Segmented circle:no
Beacon:white-green (lighted land airport)
Operates sunset to sunrise.
Landing fee:yes
Fire and rescue:ARFF index E
International operations:customs landing rights airport

Airport Communications

UNICOM:122.95
WX ASOS:PHONE 718-656-0956
KENNEDY GROUND:121.9 348.6 121.65
KENNEDY TOWER:119.1 ;RWY 04R/22L, 13L/31R 123.9 ;RWY 04L/22R, 13R/31L 281.55 ;RWY 04L/22R, 13R/31L 281.55 ;RWY 04R/22L, 13L/31R
NEW YORK APPROACH:125.7 125.7 128.125 109.5T 118.4 123.7 126.8 132.4 134.35
NEW YORK DEPARTURE:135.9 123.7 124.75 134.35
CLEARANCE DELIVERY:135.05 348.6 ;NORTH & SOUTH
PRE-TAXI CLEARANCE:135.05 348.6 ;NORTH & SOUTH
CAMRN STAR:128.125
CLASS B:125.25 ;FREQS 2000 FT & BLW W/N 8 NM 281.55 ;FREQS 2000 FT & BLW W/N 8 NM
D-ATIS:115.4 ;ARR-SW 117.7 ;ARR-NE 128.725 ;ARR/DEP
EMERG:121.5 243.0
IC:128.125
KINGSTON STAR:128.125
LENDY STAR:128.125
PARCH STAR:125.7 125.7
PAWLING STAR:133.1
RAMP CTL:125.05
ROBER STAR:125.7 125.7
WX ASOS at LGA (9 nm NW):PHONE 718-672-6317
WX AWOS-3PT at JRB (11 nm W):128.175 (212-425-1534)
WX ASOS at FRG (17 nm E):PHONE 631-752-8129
WX ASOS at TEB (18 nm NW):PHONE 201-393-0855
WX ASOS at EWR (18 nm W):PHONE 973-621-2892
  • CLASS B FREQS UTILIZED 2000'/BLO WITHIN 8 NM ARE TWR FREQS.
  • USE CTN FOR PSBL RDO INTFC OR FALSE INSTRUCTIONS ON ATC FREQS.
  • (CLASS_B_AIRSPACE) EXPECT TO LEAVE AND RE-ENTER THE CLASS B AIRSPACE DURING MODERATE TO HEAVY ARRIVAL PERIODS.

Nearby radio navigation aids

VORradial/distanceVOR nameFreqVar
JFK at fieldKENNEDY VOR/DME115.9012W
CRIr084/5.5CANARSIE VOR/DME112.3011W
LGAr167/9.5LA GUARDIA VOR/DME113.1012W
TEBr145/18.0TETERBORO VOR/DME108.4011W
DPKr259/23.4DEER PARK VOR/DME117.7012W
COLr052/26.3COLTS NECK VOR/DME115.4011W
CMKr205/39.4CARMEL VOR/DME116.6012W

Airport Services

Fuel available:100LL JET-A
100LL:GENERAL AVIATION: NON-BASED CHARTER & NON-BASED COML ACFT OPERATORS MUST MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR FUEL PRIOR TO ARRIVAL; CALL 347-566-6620 OR UNICOM 122.95.
Parking:hangars
Airframe service:MAJOR
Powerplant service:MAJOR
Bottled oxygen:HIGH
Bulk oxygen:HIGH

Runway Information

Runway 13R/31L

Dimensions:14511 x 200 ft. / 4423 x 61 m
Surface:concrete/grooved, in excellent condition
Weight bearing capacity:
PCN 98 /R/B/W/T
Double wheel:210.0
Double tandem:550.0
Dual double tandem:1100.0
Runway edge lights:high intensity
RUNWAY 13RRUNWAY 31L
Latitude:40-38.901680N40-37.679665N
Longitude:073-49.002883W073-46.306845W
Elevation:12.5 ft.12.6 ft.
Traffic pattern:rightleft
Runway heading:134 magnetic, 121 true314 magnetic, 301 true
Displaced threshold:2044 ft.3264 ft.
Declared distances:TORA:14511 TODA:14511 ASDA:14511 LDA:12468TORA:14511 TODA:14511 ASDA:14511 LDA:11248
Markings:precision, in good conditionprecision, in good condition
Visual slope indicator:4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)
RWY 13R FIRST P4L HORIZONTAL OFFSET 22 DEGS LEFT. RWY 13R HAS SECOND P4L WITH TRANSITIONAL TCH AND 3.00 DEG VGSI.
4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)
RVR equipment:touchdown, midfield, rollouttouchdown, midfield, rollout
Approach lights:RLLS
Centerline lights:yesyes
Touchdown point:yes, no lightsyes, no lights
Instrument approach:ILS

Runway 4L/22R

Dimensions:12079 x 200 ft. / 3682 x 61 m
Surface:concrete/grooved, in excellent condition
Weight bearing capacity:
PCN 90 /R/B/W/T
Double wheel:210.0
Double tandem:550.0
Dual double tandem:1100.0
Runway edge lights:high intensity
RUNWAY 4LRUNWAY 22R
Latitude:40-37.321257N40-39.030563N
Longitude:073-47.135048W073-45.799327W
Elevation:11.9 ft.12.5 ft.
Traffic pattern:leftleft
Runway heading:044 magnetic, 031 true224 magnetic, 211 true
Displaced threshold:460 ft.3424 ft.
Declared distances:TORA:11351 TODA:11351 ASDA:11470 LDA:11010TORA:12079 TODA:12079 ASDA:11219 LDA:7794
Markings:precision, in good conditionprecision, in good condition
Visual slope indicator:4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)
RWY 22R PAPI UNUSABLE BEYOND 8 DEGREES RIGHT OF CNTRLN.
RVR equipment:touchdown, rollouttouchdown, rollout
Runway end identifier lights:no
Centerline lights:yesyes
Touchdown point:yes, lightedyes, no lights
Instrument approach:ILS/DMEILS/DME
Obstructions:none70 ft. tree, 2145 ft. from runway, 37 ft. left of centerline, 27:1 slope to clear
APCH RATIO 50:1 TO DSPLCD THR.

Runway 13L/31R

Dimensions:10000 x 200 ft. / 3048 x 61 m
Surface:concrete/grooved, in excellent condition
Weight bearing capacity:
PCN 148/R/A/W/T
Double wheel:210.0
Double tandem:550.0
Dual double tandem:1100.0
Runway edge lights:high intensity
RUNWAY 13LRUNWAY 31R
Latitude:40-39.465867N40-38.623475N
Longitude:073-47.414343W073-45.556363W
Elevation:12.9 ft.12.6 ft.
Traffic pattern:rightleft
Runway heading:134 magnetic, 121 true314 magnetic, 301 true
Displaced threshold:907 ft.1027 ft.
Declared distances:TORA:10000 TODA:10000 ASDA:10000 LDA:9093TORA:10000 TODA:10000 ASDA:9513 LDA:8486
Markings:precision, in good conditionprecision, in good condition
Visual slope indicator:4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)
RWY 13L PAPI ROTATED 10 DEG RIGHT OF RWY CNTRLN. RWY 13L PAPI UNUSBL LEFT OF RWY CNTRLN.
4-light PAPI on right (3.00 degrees glide path)
RVR equipment:touchdown, rollouttouchdown, rollout
Approach lights:ALSF2: standard 2,400 foot high intensity approach lighting system with centerline sequenced flashers (category II or III)
RLLS
MALSR: 1,400 foot medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights
Centerline lights:yesyes
Touchdown point:yes, lightedyes, lighted
Instrument approach:ILS/DMEILS/DME
Obstructions:52 ft. pole, lighted, 1647 ft. from runway, 327 ft. right of centerline, 28:1 slope to clear
APCH RATIO 50:1 TO DSPLCD THR.
79 ft. tree, 2253 ft. from runway, 392 ft. left of centerline, 26:1 slope to clear

Runway 4R/22L

Dimensions:8400 x 200 ft. / 2560 x 61 m
Surface:asphalt/grooved, in excellent condition
Weight bearing capacity:
PCN 90 /F/B/W/T
Double wheel:210.0
Double tandem:550.0
Dual double tandem:1100.0
Runway edge lights:high intensity
RUNWAY 4RRUNWAY 22L
Latitude:40-37.525697N40-38.714218N
Longitude:073-46.220735W073-45.291712W
Elevation:11.9 ft.11.9 ft.
Traffic pattern:leftleft
Runway heading:044 magnetic, 031 true224 magnetic, 211 true
Declared distances:TORA:8400 TODA:8400 ASDA:8400 LDA:8400TORA:8400 TODA:8400 ASDA:8400 LDA:8400
Markings:precision, in good conditionprecision, in good condition
Visual slope indicator:4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path)
RWY 22L PAPI HORIZONTAL OFFSET 4 DEG TO LEFT.
RVR equipment:touchdown, midfield, rollouttouchdown, midfield, rollout
Approach lights:ALSF2: standard 2,400 foot high intensity approach lighting system with centerline sequenced flashers (category II or III)ALSF2: standard 2,400 foot high intensity approach lighting system with centerline sequenced flashers (category II or III)
NSTD LIGHT SPACING.
Centerline lights:yesyes
Touchdown point:yes, lightedyes, lighted
Instrument approach:ILS/DMEILS/DME
Obstructions:none50 ft. tree, 2023 ft. from runway, 310 ft. right of centerline, 36:1 slope to clear

Airport Ownership and Management from official FAA records

Ownership:Publicly-owned
Owner:PORT AUTHORITY OF NY AND NJ
4 WORLD TRADE CENTER, 150 GREENWICH ST 18TH FLOO
NEW YORK, NY 10006
Phone 212-435-3640
LEASEE: PROPERTY OWNED BY CITY OF NEW YORK, BUREAU OF FERRY AND GENERAL AVIATION.
Manager:TERESA RIZZUTO
BLDG 14
JAMAICA, NY 11430
Phone (718) 244-3501

Airport Operational Statistics

Aircraft operations: avg 1159/day*
94%commercial
3%transient general aviation
3%air taxi
<1%military
* for 12-month period ending 31 March 2023

Additional Remarks

A30A-13RCAUTION RWY 13R CAN BE CONFUSED WITH RWY 13L.
E60-22LEMAS NON-STD ARRESTING GEAR/SYTEM: ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 405 FT IN LENGTH BY 226 FT WIDTH LCTD AT DER 22L.
E60-04REMAS NON-STD ARRESTING GEAR/SYSTEM: ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 393 FT IN LENGTH BY 226 FT WIDTH LCTD AT DER 4R.
-ASDE-X IN USE. OPERATE TRANSPONDERS WITH ALTITUDE REPORTING MODE AND ADS-B (IF EQUIPPED) ENABLED ON ALL AIRPORT SURFACES.
-FLOCKS OF BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
-CONVERGING OPNS ON RYS 13R AND 22L CONDUCTED VIA ARRIVAL DISTANCE WINDOW.
-METERING PROCEDURES IN EFFECT- CONTACT RAMP CONTROL PRIOR TO PUSHBACK 1200Z-1500Z DAILY/1900Z-0300Z DAILY.
-ACFT OPS & TWY RESTRICTIONS EXIST FOR A380, B747-800, B777-300ER, A340-600 AND A350-1000. PLEASE CTC JFK ARPT OPS FOR MORE INFO.
-GAT HELIPAD NON-STANDARD MARKINGS & LIGHTING.
-RLLS RY 13L USES 1000 FT LGT STN OF THE ALS ONLY WITH CRI VOR APCHS & IS ANGLED TOWARD AQUEDUCT; ALSO 5 SFL FM 1200-2000 FT & A 5 SFL GROUPING APROXLY 1 MI FM RY +1 ADJ FORMING APCH. APCH GATE ANGLED 35 DEGS S OF RY 13L CNTRLN DESIGNED TO PRVD EARLIER IDENT OF RY ENVI.
-RY 13R HAS TWO (2) PAPI - P4L SYSTEMS. ( RY 13R) OFFSET PAPI SUPPORTS VOR OR GPS RWY 13R & PARKWAY VISUAL RY 13R.
-TWY 'A' BTN TWY 'NA' & TWY 'NB' ARCFT SPEED RESTRICTION OF 17KTS/20MPH MAXIMUM FOR A380, B747-800, B747-400, B777-300ER, B777-200, A340, A330, B787, AND A350
-TWY 'H' CL LGTS BTN TERMINAL 4 RAMP AND TWY A OTS.
-TWY 'H' CL LGTS BTN TWY 'A' & RY 4L/22R OTS.
-RY 31R HOLDING POSITION MARKINGS AT RY 4L/22R 'SE' SIDE OBSC.
-RY 13L HOLDING POSITION MARKINGS AT RY 4L/22R 'NW' SIDE OBSC.
-UFN TWY 'D' BTN TWY 'C' AND HANGAR 7 CLOSED.
-OBST BLDG LGT OTS 6.3 NM ESE JFK 222 FT MSL (220 FT AGL).
-NON-STANDARD ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 393 FT IN LENGTH BY 226 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 4R.
-FOR NOISE ABATEMENT RSTRNS CALL 212-435-3782 DURG NML BUS HRS.
-NON-STANDARD ENGINEERED MATERIALS ARRESTING SYSTEM (EMAS) 405 FT IN LENGTH BY 226 FT IN WIDTH LCTD AT THE DER 22L.
-RWY STATUS LGTS IN OPS.
-CONTINUOUS TAXIWAY MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES AT NUMEROUS LOCATIONS
-HIGH VOLUME OF LOW LEVEL VFR TRAFFIC, 500 FT AND BLO, ALONG SHORELINE SOUTH OF JFK.
-TWY NB CLSD TO SB TURNS AT TWY A.
-ACFT ARE NOT PMTD TO STOP ON EITHER TWY A OR B BRIDGES.
-PERIODIC FIRE DEPT TRNG ADJACENT APCH END OF RWYS 22L & 22R.
-TWY Q3 CNTRLN LGTS OTS.
-RWY 31R 1000 FT DIST REMAINING SIGN MISG.
-NON-STD MARKINGS IN GA APN, CTC FBO ON UNICOM OR 347-566-6620 FOR WING WALKERS.
-OBST PARKED ACFT (ASN 2020-AEA-1302-NRA) 403933 N0734749W (1.4NM NW JFK) 74 (64FT AGL) U/S 1200-0100 DLY.
-A380 AND B747-800 ACFT TAX SPD RESTRICTED TO MAX 17KTS/20MPH ON ALL TWYS.
-JFK APN BLDG 73 RAMP CLSD TO ACFT WINGSPAN MORE THAN 171FT EXC UNDER TOW.
-TWY Z BTN RWY 04L & 22R AND TWY Y CLSD UFN.
-PARA-SAIL & BANNER TOWING OPNS 1000 FT & BLO IN UPPER & LOWER NEW YORK BAYS INCLUDING ROCKAWAY INLET INDEFLY.
-SPECIAL AIR TFC RULES-PART 93 HIGH DENSITY ARPT. PROR RESERVATION REQUIRED. SEE AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION MANUAL.

Instrument Procedures

NOTE: All procedures below are presented as PDF files. If you need a reader for these files, you should download the free Adobe Reader.

NOT FOR NAVIGATION. Please procure official charts for flight.
FAA instrument procedures published for use from 13 June 2024 at 0901Z to 11 July 2024 at 0900z.


STARs - Standard Terminal Arrivals
CAMRN FOURdownload (147KB)
KINGSTON ONEdownload (156KB)
LENDY EIGHTdownload (161KB)
PARCH THREE (RNAV)download (240KB)
PAWLING TWOdownload (205KB)
ROBER TWOdownload (229KB)

IAPs - Instrument Approach Procedures
ILS OR LOC RWY 04L**CHANGED**download (311KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 04L**CHANGED**download (311KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 04R**CHANGED**download (325KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 04R**CHANGED**download (325KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 13L**CHANGED**download (352KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 22L**CHANGED**download (360KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 22R**CHANGED**download (356KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 31L**CHANGED**download (306KB)
ILS OR LOC RWY 31R**CHANGED**download (324KB)
ILS RWY 13L (CAT II)**CHANGED**download (304KB)
ILS RWY 04R (CAT II - III)**CHANGED**download (308KB)
ILS RWY 22L (CAT II - III)**CHANGED**download (344KB)
RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 04L**CHANGED**download (253KB)
RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 04R**CHANGED**download (256KB)
RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 22L**CHANGED**download (313KB)
RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 31L**CHANGED**download (280KB)
RNAV (RNP) Z RWY 31R**CHANGED**download (283KB)
RNAV (GPS) RWY 22R**CHANGED**download (306KB)
RNAV (GPS) X RWY 22L**CHANGED**download (295KB)
RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 04L**CHANGED**download (292KB)
RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 04R**CHANGED**download (305KB)
RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 22L**CHANGED**download (304KB)
RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 31L**CHANGED**download (306KB)
RNAV (GPS) Y RWY 31R**CHANGED**download (317KB)
RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 13L**CHANGED**download (311KB)
RNAV (GPS) Z RWY 13R**CHANGED**download (292KB)
VOR RWY 22L**CHANGED**download (281KB)
VOR OR GPS RWY 13L/R**CHANGED**download (356KB)
VOR RWY 04R**CHANGED**download (284KB)
VOR RWY 31L**CHANGED**download (276KB)
COPTER RNAV (GPS) 027download (186KB)
BELMONT VISUAL RWY 22Ldownload (170KB)
PARKWAY VISUAL RWY 13L/Rdownload (290KB)
NOTE: Special Alternate Minimums applydownload (144KB)

Departure Procedures
DEEZZ FIVE (RNAV)2 pages: [1] [2] (333KB)
KENNEDY FIVE2 pages: [1] [2] (490KB)
SKORR FIVE (RNAV)2 pages: [1] [2] (337KB)
NOTE: Special Take-Off Minimums/Departure Procedures applydownload (454KB)

Other nearby airports with instrument procedures:

KLGA - LaGuardia Airport (9 nm NW)
6N5 - East 34th Street Heliport (11 nm NW)
KJRB - Downtown Manhattan/Wall Street Heliport (11 nm W)
KJRA - West 30th St Heliport (12 nm NW)
KFRG - Republic Airport (17 nm E)
KTEB - Teterboro Airport (18 nm NW)
KEWR - Newark Liberty International Airport (18 nm W)

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Airport distance calculator
Sunrise and sunset

Times for 15-Jun-2024

Local
(UTC-4)
Zulu
(UTC)
Morning civil twilight04:5108:51
Sunrise05:2509:25
Sunset20:2700:27
Evening civil twilight21:0001:00

Current date and time
Zulu (UTC)15-Jun-2024 06:34:40
Local (UTC-4)15-Jun-2024 02:34:40

METAR
KJFK150551Z 32004KT 10SM BKN140 BKN180 BKN250 21/18 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP119 60016 T02110178 10211 20194 51004
KLGA
10nm NW
150551Z 34003KT 10SM FEW070 BKN180 BKN250 20/16 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP115 60000 T02000156 10217 20200 51001
KJRB
11nm W
150556Z AUTO 27004KT 10SM CLR 20/17 A2989 RMK AO2 SLP122 6//// T02000172 10211 20200 50004 PNO $
KNYC
12nm NW
150551Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 19/19 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP118 60000 T01940189 10200 20183 51000 $
KFRG
17nm E
150553Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN080 19/18 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP117 60054 T01940178 10200 20189 51007 $
KEWR
18nm W
150551Z 24004KT 10SM FEW060 OVC170 21/17 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP117 60000 T02060167 10222 20206 50002
KTEB
18nm NW
150551Z 09003KT 10SM FEW080 SCT120 19/17 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP115 60000 T01940172 10206 20194 57000 $
TAF
KJFK150520Z 1506/1612 32005KT P6SM FEW040 BKN120 FM151300 35012G20KT P6SM FEW050 FM152100 34010KT P6SM SKC FM160300 36007KT P6SM SKC FM160800 03008KT P6SM SKC
KLGA
10nm NW
150520Z 1506/1612 30005KT P6SM FEW040 BKN120 FM151300 36012G19KT P6SM FEW050 FM152100 35010KT P6SM SKC FM160300 36007KT P6SM SKC FM160700 03008KT P6SM SKC
KEWR
18nm W
150520Z 1506/1612 30005KT P6SM SCT040 BKN120 FM151300 35011G21KT P6SM FEW050 FM152000 33010KT P6SM SKC FM160300 36007KT P6SM SKC FM160700 03008KT P6SM SKC
KTEB
18nm NW
150520Z 1506/1612 35005KT P6SM FEW040 BKN120 FM151300 35011G18KT P6SM FEW040 FM152000 33009KT P6SM SKC FM160300 36005KT P6SM SKC FM160700 03008KT P6SM SKC
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FAQs

Why was it called Idlewild Airport? ›

Construction on Idlewild International Airport (presently John F. Kennedy International Airport renamed in 1963) began in 1942. The airport took its name from the Idlewild Golf Course that it replaced. Planning began during the administration of Mayor Fiorello La Guardia and called for 1,000 acres of development.

Is Kennedy international airport the same as JFK? ›

John F. Kennedy International Airport (IATA: JFK, ICAO: KJFK, FAA LID: JFK) is a major international airport serving New York City and its metropolitan area, in the United States. The airport is located in Queens, New York City.

What was JFK airport called in 1964? ›

It was known as Idlewild Airport until 1963, when it was rededicated John F. Kennedy International Airport in memory of the 35th President of the United States. JFK was constructed to reduce the volume of traffic in LaGuardia Airport.

Which airlines are at Terminal 1 at JFK? ›

Airlines at JFK's Terminal 1 include Air China, Air France, Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Air Senegal, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Azores Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Cayman Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Eastern Airlines, EgyptAir, EVA Air, Flair Airlines, ITA Airways, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Neos, Philippine ...

What does the F stand for in JFK? ›

President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was named after his maternal grandfather John Francis ““Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald, former Congressman and Mayor of Boston. It was fairly common for the oldest son to be named after the father: JFK's older brother was Joseph Patrick Kennedy Jr., his father Joseph Patrick Sr.

What is the biggest airport in the world? ›

King Fahd International airport: Located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, this airport sprawls over an impressive 776 square kilometres, making it the largest airport in the world by land area.

Where is JFK buried? ›

President Kennedy's Grave in Arlington National Cemetery.

Is it better to fly into JFK or Newark? ›

Key Takeaway: JFK and Newark airports are both viable options, but the choice ultimately depends on individual needs and preferences. While JFK is closer to Manhattan, Newark offers better transportation options and is generally less crowded.

Is Newark or JFK bigger? ›

John F. Kennedy International Airport is the larger of the two major airports in New York City, with nearly 100 airlines providing service to about 65 million travelers each year on more than 250 daily flights.

Who was JFK's wife? ›

First Lady Jacqueline Lee “Jackie” (Bouvier) Kennedy Onassis was a symbol of strength for a traumatized nation after the assassination of one the country's most energetic political figures, President John F. Kennedy, who served from 1961 to 1963.

Which airport is older JFK or LaGuardia? ›

LaGuardia is the oldest commercial airport in New York City (the city's first municipal airport was Floyd Bennett Field). The airport lies partly on reclaimed land, created using landfill from New York's notorious Rikers Island, the city's biggest jail complex.

Who owns JFK? ›

The airport is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey but owned by the City of New York.

How early should I get to JFK? ›

Arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours for international travel. Allow as much time as possible for arriving at the airport, checking in (especially for checked luggage), and clearing security.

What airline flies the most out of JFK? ›

Delta is the largest airline here by counting the number of departures with around 1305 scheduled take-offs every week. The second largest operator from John F Kennedy International is JetBlue. Airbus A380 is the largest aircraft operating here among other big planes such as the Boeing 747 and the Boeing 777.

How big is JFK Terminal 1? ›

When fully complete, the New Terminal One will be the largest terminal at JFK, offering 23 gates and more than 300,000 square feet of retail, dining and lounge space over a total footprint of 2.4 million square feet.

History of New York's John F. Kennedy ...classicnewyorkhistory.comhttps://classicnewyorkhistory.com ›

This artcile takes a look at the history of John F. Kennedy International Airport, also known as JFK or Kennedy Airport located in Queens, New York City.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)is the main international airport serving New York City. The airport is the busiest international air passenger gatew...
Here at Simple Flying, we're celebrating John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York as our Airport of the Month. The airport has a fascinating histor...

How did Lambert airport get its name? ›

It is named for Albert Bond Lambert (1875 -1946). He learned to fly with the Wright Brothers, received his pilot's license in 1911, and served in the U.S. Army in World War I, reaching the rank of Major. Throughout his life he worked tirelessly to make St. Louis a leader in aviation.

Why did they rename Washington National airport? ›

In 1998, Congress passed and President Bill Clinton signed a bill renaming the airport in honor of the 40th president of the United States Ronald Reagan, who was in office from 1981 to 1989. Reagan National serves 98 nonstop destinations as of October 2023. It is a hub for American Airlines.

What was LaGuardia Airport called before? ›

The airport was originally Glenn H. Curtiss Airport and it was renamed North Beach Airport later. After New York City managed and redesigned the airport, it was called New York Municipal Airport-LaGuardia Field, and the in 1953 named "LaGuardia Airport" after the mayor of New York, Fiorello La Guardia at the time.

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