John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) terminal guide

New York, New York KJFK #6 US airport by passengers

How JFK is laid out and how to move between buildings.

Terminals at JFK

Terminal 1

International terminal serving a range of foreign carriers.

Terminal 4

The busiest international terminal, hosting Delta on many flights and many foreign carriers.

Terminal 5

JetBlue's terminal, attached to the historic TWA Flight Center and the TWA Hotel.

Terminal 8

American Airlines and some partner airlines.

Terminal 7 and new terminals

Terminal 7 is scheduled to close as new terminals open. New Terminal One and Terminal 6 are part of the ongoing redevelopment, so check the airport website for the current layout.

Moving between terminals

AirTrain JFK connects the terminals and is free between them. A fee applies when you enter or exit at the Jamaica and Howard Beach stations.

Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?

Frequently asked questions

Why are terminals changing?

JFK is rebuilding. New terminals are opening and older ones are closing. Always check the airport site.