John F. Kennedy International Airport Parking — Rates, Locations & Options
Compare every parking option at JFK: economy and long-term lots, terminal garages, valet, and the cell phone waiting lot. All rates below are current published New York airport parking prices.
JFK parking rates at a glance
Published rates as of 2025. Always confirm on the official JFK parking page before your trip.
Parking locations at JFK
| Lot | Type | Distance | Shuttle | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JFK Long Term Parking Lot 9 | Economy | 10 min | $27/day | |
| Terminal 1 Parking | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| Terminal 4 Parking | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| Terminal 5 Parking (JetBlue) | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| Terminal 8 Parking (AA) | Garage | At terminal | — | $45/day |
| JFK Valet | Valet | At terminal | — | $70/day |
| Cell Phone Waiting Lot | Cell phone | 5 min | — | Free |
JFK parking shuttle information
1 lot at JFK provide free shuttle service to the terminals. Expect shuttles every 5-15 minutes, 24/7.
- JFK Long Term Parking Lot 9 — 10 min ride ($27/day)
Long-term parking tips & off-site savings
- Long Term Lot 9 with AirTrain is dramatically cheaper than terminal garages for multi-day trips.
- Off-site lots in Ozone Park and Jamaica can be half the price of on-airport.
- AirTrain to Jamaica/Howard Beach ($8.50) is often cheaper than a full day of parking.
- JFK valet is rarely worth the premium unless you have a very early international flight.
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Cell phone waiting lot
Location: Lefferts Blvd Cell Phone Lot (free)
Use the cell phone lot when picking up arriving passengers. It is free and lets you wait until your passenger calls you to the curb, avoiding short-term parking fees.
How early should I arrive if I'm parking at JFK?
If you are parking, add extra time to your arrival window:
- Terminal garage: +15 minutes on top of your normal arrival time.
- Economy / off-site + shuttle: +25-35 minutes for the shuttle ride and wait.
- Valet: +5-10 minutes for drop-off handoff.