JFK

John F. Kennedy International Airport — Parking

New York City, USA

TZ America/New_York (GMT-5/-4) · 16 mi / 26 km to Manhattan

6
Terminals
90+
Airlines served
6+
Nearby hotels listed
7
Rental car brands

Three ways to park at JFK, compared on price, walking distance, and shuttle wait.

Long-term parking

$18–24/day

Walk/shuttle: Shuttle bus, 8–15 min

Cheapest option for stays over 3 days; lots fill up around major holidays.

Short-term parking

$8/hr, $39 max/day

Walk/shuttle: Direct walk or short AirTrain hop

Best for pickups and drops under 2 hours.

Off-site parking

$12–17/day

Walk/shuttle: Free shuttle, 10–20 min

Often the best value; book ahead for guaranteed spots during peak travel.

Parking comparison

TypePriceWalking distanceShuttle
Long-term$18–24/dayShuttle bus, 8–15 minYes
Short-term$8/hr, $39 max/dayDirect walk or short AirTrain hop
Off-site$12–17/dayFree shuttle, 10–20 minYes

Cost guide

Short-term rates are billed hourly and add up quickly — they're best reserved for pickups and drop-offs under two hours. Long-term and off-site rates are billed daily and both drop noticeably with advance booking.

Travel tips

  • Book parking online in advance — walk-up rates are almost always higher.
  • Photograph your row and level before you leave the lot; large economy lots are easy to lose track of.
  • Check whether your terminal changed before you park — some airports reassign gates seasonally.