How to get from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 by light rail?

From New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 by light rail

Take one direct light rail from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 in Queens: take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Terminal 4 station to Terminals 1 & 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 min. The light rail schedule from New York JFK Airport JFK may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Terminal 1 on the Moovit app.

6min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Walk to Terminal 1
Leaves from Terminal 4

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Terminal 4
    ID 160559
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Terminal 7
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Terminals 1 & 2
    1 min
  • 4
    Walk to Terminal 1
    Walk to
    Terminal 1
    John F. Kennedy International Airport
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1

The distance between New York JFK Airport JFK, Queens and Terminal 1, Queens is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 6 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1

To check the light rail schedule from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New York JFK Airport JFK) and destination (Terminal 1), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1?

    The fastest way takes 6 minutes, using Light Rail line AIRTRAIN.

  • Is there a direct light rail between New York JFK Airport JFK and Terminal 1 in Queens?

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 in Queens in 6 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 in Queens?

    The AIRTRAIN light rail line goes from Terminal 4 station near New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminals 1 & 2 station near Terminal 1 in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from New York JFK Airport JFK to Terminal 1 in Queens by light rail?

    The total travel time between New York JFK Airport JFK and Terminal 1 in Queens by light rail is about 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near New York JFK Airport JFK to get to Terminal 1 in Queens?

    Get on the AIRTRAIN light rail from the Terminal 4 station near New York JFK Airport JFK in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between New York JFK Airport JFK and Terminal 1 in Queens?

    Get off the light rail at the Terminals 1 & 2 station, which is closest to Terminal 1 in Queens.

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