Kennedy Intl (KJFK/JFK) — New York, United States
Kennedy Intl (KJFK/JFK) serves New York, United States. This is a major international airport with 4 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L). Field elevation is 13 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: KJFK
- Name: Kennedy Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 40.639446
- Longitude: -73.77932
- Elevation: 13 ft
- Country: United States
- Municipality: New York
- IATA Code: JFK
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: N/A
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Distance from City: 20.8 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 04L/22R
- Designation: 04L/22R
- Dimensions: 12079 X 200
- Surface: Concrete - Grooved
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 04R/22L
- Designation: 04R/22L
- Dimensions: 8400 X 200
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 13L/31R
- Designation: 13L/31R
- Dimensions: 10000 X 200
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC/DME
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 13R/31L
- Designation: 13R/31L
- Dimensions: 14511 X 200
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: YES
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 119.100, 123.900 MHz
- Ground: 121.650, 121.900 MHz
- Operations: 121.500, 122.950, 243.000 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: 115.100 MHz
Operation Hours
Kennedy Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +1 (718) 244-3501
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.jfkairport.com/
- Remarks: N/A
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Customs
- Open: 00:00:00
- Close: 23:59:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: N/A
Fees
- Landing Fee: $6.33 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
- Parking Fee: $0.80 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour; first 2 hours free for international arrivals
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: USD
- Remarks: Peak hour surcharges may apply. Ramp fees set by FBO. International facility fees additional.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Multiple FBOs available including Atlantic Aviation and Sheltair. Prices vary by FBO and volume.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-02-18
- Remarks: Limited availability; primarily GA terminals.
- Fuel Type: Jet A
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: N/A
- Remarks: N/A
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility. FIS available at Terminal 4 and Terminal 1. US VISIT biometrics collected.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: No formal curfew but voluntary noise abatement procedures between 2200-0700 local. Stage 2 aircraft banned. RNAV required for certain departure procedures.
Alternates
KLGA
- ICAO: KLGA
- Name: LaGuardia
- Distance (NM): 9.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.
KEWR
- ICAO: KEWR
- Name: Newark Liberty Intl
- Distance (NM): 18.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal B handles international arrivals. CBP for GA at Signature FBO with advance notice.
KHPN
- ICAO: KHPN
- Name: Westchester Co
- Distance (NM): 25.9
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.
KISP
- ICAO: KISP
- Name: Long Island Mac Arthur
- Distance (NM): 32.3
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.
KWRI
- ICAO: KWRI
- Name: Joint Base Mc Guire Dix Lakehurst
- Distance (NM): 52.8
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: Military installation. Civilian international operations require special authorization.
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United States Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A
- Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.
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Airport History
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at KJFK?
- The tower frequency at Kennedy Intl is 119.1, 123.9 MHz.
- What fuel is available at KJFK?
- Kennedy Intl offers Jet A-1, 100LL, Jet A.
- Does KJFK require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Kennedy Intl (United States).
- Is customs available at KJFK?
- Yes, customs at Kennedy Intl is available from 00:00:00 to 23:59:59.
- Where is KJFK located?
- Kennedy Intl (KJFK) is located in New York, United States.
- What is the IATA code for KJFK?
- The IATA code for Kennedy Intl is JFK.
- How long is the runway at KJFK?
- The main runway at Kennedy Intl (04L/22R) measures 12079 X 200.
- Does KJFK have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Kennedy Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 04L/22R, 04R/22L, 13L/31R, 13R/31L.
- Is KJFK a port of entry?
- Yes, Kennedy Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.