John F. Kennedy International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 11m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport is a major international airport serving the New York metropolitan area. It is located on the southwestern shore of Long Island, in Queens, New York City, bordering Jamaica Bay. It is the busiest of the seven airports in the New York airport system, the sixth-busiest airport in the United States, and the busiest international commercial airport in North America. The airport, which covers 5,200 acres (2,104 ha), is the largest in the New York metropolitan area. Nearly 100 airlines operate from JFK Airport, with nonstop or direct flights to destinations on all six permanently inhabited continents.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KJFKNOTAMs
KJFKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13R / 31L▸ displaced | 14,511 ft / 4,423 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 04L / 22R▸ displaced | 12,079 ft / 3,682 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 13L / 31R▸ displaced | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 200 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
| 04R / 22L | 8,400 ft / 2,560 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (12)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | NEW YORK APP (ROBER) | 125.700 MHz |
| APP | NEW YORK APPROACH (CAMRN) | 127.400 MHz |
| APP | NEW YORK APPROACH (FINAL) | 132.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 115.100 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 135.050 MHz |
| DEP | NEW YORK DEP | 135.900 MHz |
| GND | GND ALT | 121.650 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | NEW YORK RDO | 115.900 MHz |
| TWR | KENNEDY TWR | 119.100 MHz |
| TWR | TWR ALT | 123.900 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
JFK Airport offers a variety of services including dining, shopping, and accessibility features.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 38 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA A | Class B | Controlled | GND | 7000 ft MSL |
| NEW YORK CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 7000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 15% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81% | -1,658 ft | |
| Feb | 79% | -1,637 ft | |
| Mar | 79% | -1,135 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -590 ft | |
| May | 76% | -21 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 717 ft | |
| Jul | 85% | 1,130 ft | |
| Aug | 83% | 998 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 551 ft | |
| Oct | 80% | -75 ft | |
| Nov | 89% | -874 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | -1,444 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,658–1,130 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park Tower | 1,549 ft | 230 ft | — |
| 111 West 57th Street | 1,437 ft | 154 ft | — |
| 432 Park Avenue | 1,398 ft | 335 ft | — |
| One Vanderbilt | 1,302 ft | 243 ft | — |
| 30 Hudson Yards | 1,296 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Bank of America Tower | 1,201 ft | 180 ft | — |
| 9 DeKalb Avenue | 1,066 ft | 108 ft | — |
| 53 West 53 | 1,050 ft | 187 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for John F. Kennedy International Airport?
The ICAO code for John F. Kennedy International Airport is KJFK, and its IATA code is JFK.
Where is John F. Kennedy International Airport located?
John F. Kennedy International Airport is large airport located in New York, United States, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does John F. Kennedy International Airport have?
John F. Kennedy International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 14,511 ft / 4,423 m.
Which airlines fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport?
Airlines historically serving John F. Kennedy International Airport include Aer Lingus, AeroMéxico, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Aerolane, Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Berlin, among 74 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from John F. Kennedy International Airport?
Historical data lists 160 nonstop destinations from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is John F. Kennedy International Airport in?
John F. Kennedy International Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 12.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near John F. Kennedy International Airport?
The nearest airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), about 9.3 nm to the nnw, followed by Republic Airport and Teterboro Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. John F. Kennedy International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.