Is JFK a good or bad airport?

It's probably the one you're thinking of. Using data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, experts at Family Destinations Guide have come up with a ranking of the very worst airports for travel in the United States in 2022 and New York's John F.



New York's John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is often polarizing, currently holding a 3-star rating from Skytrax. It is "good" in terms of its massive global connectivity—serving more international destinations than almost any other US airport—and its iconic TWA Hotel. However, it is often seen as "bad" due to its inconsistent infrastructure. With six separate terminals managed by different entities, the experience varies wildly; Terminal 4 and Terminal 5 are modern and efficient, while others can feel cramped and dated. In 2026, the airport is undergoing a massive $19 billion redevelopment, which means "good" news for future travelers but "bad" news for current ones due to construction-related traffic on the Van Wyck Expressway and random gate changes. Ground transportation is another pain point; while the AirTrain/LIRR combo is cheap, taxis can easily exceed $100 with tolls and congestion fees. Overall, JFK is a high-functioning global hub that requires patience and a significant time buffer (at least 3 hours for international flights).

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For most people traveling in and out of New York, JFK is the best airport to fly into. It's the easiest to get to/from on the subway and has a good variety of flight departure times and destinations.

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JFK to/from Manhattan by Yellow Cabs A surcharge of $5.00 during peak hours 4 pm to 8 pm on weekdays. Also, you should tip your driver 15% of the fare- about $8. Taxis will take cash or credit card. Travel Time: Expect a minimum of 45 minutes, but it could take twice that long depending on traffic conditions.

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Arrive Early JFK Airport's busy nature and complex structure often overwhelm tourists and first-time travelers. Many become lost in numerous terminals and have trouble reaching their flight on time.

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You're unlikely to get any view of the NY skyline while landing at JFK. You do get good views while landing at LaGuardia, but that airport is just for domestic (and a few Canadian) flights. The great view is flying into LaGuardia.

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What is the best airport in the world? Singapore Changi Airport was awarded the title of World's Best Airport in 2023 at the World Airport Awards. Changi Airport also won awards for the World's Best Airport Dining and World's Best Airport Leisure Amenities.

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Arlington National Cemetery is one of two cemeteries in the United States National Cemetery System that are maintained by the United States Army. Nearly 400,000 people are buried in its 639 acres in Arlington, Virginia.

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The results might shock you. She found that without tips or surge pricing, hailing a cab was always less expensive than an UberX or a standard Lyft. Cab prices averaged 35-83% less than a ride-share. Prices for the same rides on the taxi cab app CURB varied.

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AirTrain + Subway from JFK to Manhattan This is by far the cheapest (and surprisingly easy) option to get from JFK to wherever you are staying. Using a combination of the light rail AirTrain to connect with the subway system is a very easy way to reach Manhattan.

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