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🚖 Taxis and Ride-Sharing Apps at JFK Airport

Taxis and Ride-Sharing Apps at JFK Airport

JFK Airport offers different ground transportation options, including traditional taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. Here we explain the fares, travel times, advantages, and disadvantages of each option, along with tips to avoid problems.

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 📍 Taxi Stands

Official taxi stands are located outside each terminal. It is important to:

  • 🚫 Ignore non-uniformed people offering transportation.
  • ✅ Go to the uniformed taxi dispatchers.
  • 🛎️ If you need help, go to the Port Authority Welcome Center inside each terminal.
  • Taxi service between terminals - USD6.00 - USD10.00

⚠️ Fares and Additional Charges*

  • 💵 Flat fare of USD 70.00 from JFK to Manhattan.
  • ⏳ Surcharge of USD 5.00 during peak hours (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM, weekdays).
  • 🏛️ State tax of USD 0.50 for trips within New York (not to New Jersey).
  • 🚖 Additional fee of USD 1.75 on all departures from JFK.
  • 👥 Capacity: up to 4 passengers (5 in minivans).
  • 💳 It is recommended to pay with a card or payment app for greater security and to avoid lack of change.

🏙️ Other Destinations

⚠️ The taximeter should indicate USD 3.00 at the start of the trip (except for JFK-Manhattan trips with a flat rate of USD 70.00).

  • To the Bronx - Co-op City: USD73.00 / USD78.00 - The Hub (149th & 3rd Ave.): USD70.00 / USD75.00 - Riverdale: USD97.00 / USD105.00
  • To Brooklyn - Downtown: USD73.00 / USD78.00 - Coney Island: USD63.00 - USD68.00
  • To Queens - Citi Field: USD38.00 / USD43.00 - Main St. & 60th Ave.: USD30.00 / USD35.00
  • To Staten Island - New Dorp Lane: USD95.00 / USD103.00 - Victory Boulevard: USD94.00 / USD102.00

*(Does not include tips or tolls). Rates updated in November 2024. Check fares with your transportation provider at the time of your trip.

JFK to LaGuardia Connection*

Taxi (with meter): go to the uniformed taxi dispatcher. Travel time: 30 minutes.
Limousine / Private Van Service: go to the Welcome Center in the baggage claim area. Travel time: 30 minutes.

Fares to LaGuardia Airport: USD48.00 - USD53.00

*(Does not include tips or tolls). Rates updated in November 2024. Check fares with your transportation provider at the time of your trip.

JFK to Newark Liberty Connection*

Taxi (with meter): go to the uniformed taxi dispatcher. Travel time: 75-90 minutes.
Limousine / Private Van Service: go to the ground transportation information counter in the baggage claim area. Travel time: 75-90 minutes.

Fares to Newark Liberty International Airport: USD157.00 - USD177.00 (plus an additional fee of USD20.00)

*(Does not include tips or tolls). Rates updated in November 2024. Check fares with your transportation provider at the time of your trip.

🕒 Wait Times and Availability

  • 📌 During peak hours (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Long lines, wait of 20-40 minutes.
  • 🌙 At night (after midnight): Greater availability, less traffic.
  • 🚗 Quick alternative: Apps like Uber/Lyft are generally faster during high-demand times.
  • 🏙️ Trip from Manhattan to JFK: If you need a taxi, use an app to book in advance to avoid delays.

🚕 Comparison: Taxis vs. Ride-Sharing Apps (Uber/Lyft)

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OptionFare*Wait TimeProsCons
Yellow TaxiFlat fare USD 70.00 + tolls15-40 min (depending on time)Flat fare, no surge pricingLong wait during peak hours
Uber/LyftVariable (USD 65-90 depending on demand)5-15 minBooking via app, premium car optionsMore expensive fares during peak hours

*(Does not include tips or tolls). Rates updated in November 2024. Check fares with your transportation provider at the time of your trip.

📍 Pick-Up Areas for Uber and Lyft

  • Uber: Terminals 1 and 4 (outside arrivals) / Terminal 7 (roof of the orange parking garage) with access via the AirTrain station.
  • Lyft: Airport's Cell Phone Lot area.

🚦 Tips for Choosing the Best Option

  • ✅ If you are traveling alone: Uber/Lyft may be faster and more convenient.
  • ✅ If you are traveling with family or luggage: A taxi is more predictable and has a fixed fare.
  • ✅ If you are in a hurry: Check in the app which option has the shortest wait time.
  • 🚫 Avoid unofficial taxis: Use only yellow taxis or Uber/Lyft from their designated areas.
  • 📞 Book in advance during nighttime hours or when there are events in the city.
  • 📊 Check for promotions on Uber and Lyft, they sometimes offer discounts on JFK transfers.

🎯 Final Recommendations

  • 🔹 Check fares in the app before booking.
  • 🔹 Ask the driver for the estimated cost before getting into a taxi.
  • 🔹 Use card payment in taxis to avoid lack of change.
  • 🔹 For long trips, consider shared transportation options to reduce costs.
  • 🔹 If you are traveling in a group, consider shared van services to save money.

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