How early to get to JFK Terminal 1?

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.



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Current Average TSA Wait Time at JFK This average wait time is based on the current time (Pacific Standard Time). Please expect to wait up to at least (12 mins) on average to go through security checkpoints at JFK.

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For international travel, many carriers suggest arriving at the airport at least three hours prior to the departure time. For domestic, the general rule is at least two hours. And if you get to the gate quickly, that's not a bad thing. You can relax, have a bite to eat at our concessions—they're open!

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Best Times to Get In and Out of JFK and LaGuardia Airports When traveling through JFK or LaGuardia you need to plan your travel to take advantage of the traffic and the airline's on time arrivals. By far the best time to travel through any airport is typically the early morning, especially between 6-8 AM.

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Most airlines recommend arriving at the airport three hours before departure for international flights. It's common for international flights to start boarding earlier than domestic flights (the aircraft are often larger and have higher passenger capacities), which accounts for the earlier recommendation.

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When you're traveling outside of the United States, we suggest arriving at least 3 hours prior to your departure. You must be checked in at least 1 hour before your scheduled departure.

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Generally speaking, most airlines advise that you arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to a domestic flight, and at least 3 hours prior to an international flight. That said, there are many factors to consider that will help you decide how much time you should budget for at the airport.

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It is recommended that passengers arrive at NY Kennedy Airport at least 3 hours prior to their scheduled departure time for international flights and 2 hours prior for domestic flights. The busiest times to avoid are during the morning and evening rush hours, as well as holidays and weekends.

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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.

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John F Kennedy Airport's Terminal 1 serves Aeroflot, Aero Mexico, Air China, Air France, AirPlus Comet, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Cayman Airways, China Airlines, China Eastern, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Olympic, Royal Air Maroc, Saudi Arabian Airlines and Turkish. It contains gates 1-11.

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JFK has dedicated TSA PreCheck lines within each terminal.

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Yes. TSA PreCheck® is available when you depart from a U.S. airport to a foreign country, and for domestic, connecting flights after you return to the United States. If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry instead of TSA PreCheck®.

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Short-Term and Daily Parking at JFK
  • The Green Lot provides parking to Terminals 1 & 2.
  • The Blue Lot provides parking to Terminal 4.
  • The Yellow Lot provides parking to Terminal 5.
  • The Orange Lot provides parking to Terminal 7.
  • The Red Lot provides parking to Terminal 8.


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Priority Pass holders can now be fast-tracked through security at JFK's Terminal 1, as the VIP One service is added to the program's list of perks. In 2019, New York JFK International Airport launched a dedicated security checkpoint for travelers willing to pay.

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For domestic flights in the United States, most airlines recommend that passengers arrive at the airport at least 1-2 hours before the scheduled departure time for check-in and security screening.

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The General Guideline for How Early You Should Get to the Airport. Generally speaking, most airlines advise that you arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to a domestic flight, and at least 3 hours prior to an international flight.

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