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JFK Airport Terminal 1

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JFK Terminal 1 is an international terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport serving passengers traveling to destinations around the world.

If you are flying from JFK Terminal 1, this guide provides the current airline list, terminal information, passenger services, and useful information for navigating the airport.

Airlines at JFK Terminal 1

The following airlines are currently listed for JFK Terminal 1. Airline operations and terminal assignments can change, so passengers should confirm their terminal with their airline before traveling.

Airline IATA Phone
Air China CA +1 (800) 882-8122
Air France AF +1 (800) 237-2747
Air New Zealand NZ +1 (800) 262-1234
Air Serbia JU +1 (718) 725-8642
Asiana Airlines OZ +1 (718) 751-1606
Austrian Airlines OS +1 (800) 843-0002
SATA International S4 +351 296 209 720
Brussels Airlines SN +1 (800) 401-1801
Cayman Airways KX +1 (800) 422-9626
China Eastern MU 86 (21) 2069-5530
EgyptAir MS +1 (212) 315-0900
EVA Air BR +1 (800) 695-1188
Gulf Air GF +1 (888) 359-4853
ITA Airways AZ +1 (877) 793-1717
Korean Air KE +1 (800) 438-5000
LOT Polish Airlines LO +1 (212) 789-0970
Lufthansa LH +1 (800) 645-3880
Neos NO +1 (833) 703-6367
Philippine Airlines PR +1 (800) 435-9725
Royal Air Maroc AT +1 (800) 344-6726
Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) SV +1 (800) 472-8342
SAS - Scandinavian Airlines SK +1 (800) 221-2350
SWISS LX +1 (833) 626-0737
TAP Air Portugal TP +1 (800) 903-7914
Turkish Airlines TK +1 (800) 874-8875
Viva VB +1 (866) 359-8482

Airline information and phone numbers are subject to change. Confirm your airline and terminal before departure.

What Airlines Fly From JFK Terminal 1?

JFK Terminal 1 primarily serves international airlines. Current airlines listed for the terminal include Air France, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, China Eastern, EgyptAir, EVA Air, ITA Airways, Korean Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Philippine Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Saudia, SAS, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines and other international carriers.

If you are not sure which terminal you need, see our JFK Airport terminals guide for information about the other passenger terminals.

JFK Terminal 1 Gates

Terminal 1 has gates used by international airlines and is designed primarily for international passenger operations.

After passing through security, passengers should check the airport flight information displays for their current gate. Gate assignments can change, so the gate shown on your boarding pass or airport information screens should be considered the most current information.

Getting to JFK Terminal 1

JFK Terminal 1 is connected to the rest of the airport by the JFK AirTrain. AirTrain provides connections between the passenger terminals, airport parking areas, the rental car center and other transportation facilities.

If you are driving to JFK, check our JFK Airport parking guide for information about airport parking options and rates.

Connecting Between JFK Terminals

If your itinerary requires you to change terminals at JFK, allow enough time for the transfer. The terminals are separate buildings, and passengers should follow airport signs and use the AirTrain or other available airport transportation when required.

For more information about moving around the airport, see our JFK AirTrain guide.

Terminal 1 Services and Amenities

JFK Terminal 1 provides a range of services and passenger amenities, including restaurants, shopping, lounges and other facilities for travelers.

Terminal services and operating hours can change. Passengers should check with their airline or the airport for the latest information before traveling.

Security at JFK Terminal 1

Passengers departing from Terminal 1 must pass through airport security before reaching the gates.

For detailed information about current airport security requirements, see our JFK TSA security rules and directives.

Wi-Fi at JFK Terminal 1

Free Wi-Fi is available at JFK Airport. If you need internet access while waiting for your flight, see our guide to free Wi-Fi at JFK Airport, including the network name and instructions for connecting.

Terminal 1 Travel Tips

  • Confirm your terminal before leaving for JFK.
  • Check your airline's latest flight information before traveling.
  • Allow sufficient time for check-in, security and reaching your gate.
  • Check airport information screens for changes to gates or flight status.
  • If changing terminals, allow additional time for the transfer.
  • Keep your passport and travel documents accessible for international travel.

JFK Terminal 1 Frequently Asked Questions

What airlines are at JFK Terminal 1?

JFK Terminal 1 currently serves a number of international airlines, including Air France, Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Serbia, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, SWISS, Saudia and others.

Is JFK Terminal 1 international?

Yes. Terminal 1 primarily serves international flights and international airlines.

How do I get to JFK Terminal 1?

Terminal 1 can be reached by road and by the JFK AirTrain system. If you are traveling between JFK terminals, follow airport signs and use the available terminal transportation.

Does Air Serbia fly from JFK Terminal 1?

Yes. Air Serbia is currently listed among the airlines operating from JFK Terminal 1.

Does Lufthansa fly from JFK Terminal 1?

Yes. Lufthansa is currently listed as a Terminal 1 airline at JFK.

Does Turkish Airlines fly from JFK Terminal 1?

Yes. Turkish Airlines is currently listed among the airlines operating from JFK Terminal 1.

Can I get Wi-Fi at JFK Terminal 1?

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available at JFK Airport. See our JFK Airport Wi-Fi guide for connection instructions and the current network name.

Where can I find JFK Terminal 1 flight information?

Passengers should check the latest flight information with their airline and the airport's flight information displays because gates and operating arrangements can change.

Important Terminal Information

JFK Airport is undergoing a major redevelopment, and airline terminal assignments are changing as new facilities open. The terminal listed on an older website, booking page or travel article may not reflect the latest operating arrangement.

Before traveling, confirm your terminal directly with your airline and check your boarding pass or current flight information.

Evelyn (not verified)

In reply to by C Wu (not verified)

You go through security at JFK with your carry-on bags ONLY...So how come "After I arrived my country, my luggage's became such a mess"? Was not that luggage on the cabin with you all the time during the flight? So many lies in this post....

Sat, 03/30/2013 - 13:39 Permalink
rashed (not verified)

One of my guest / relative comming from Dhaka via Istambul through Tarkish Airlines. Due to weather flight was delayed. So she missed the connecting flight for Jfk from Istambul. Now how I can find out which flight she is comming to NY. I called Tarkish Airlines but they cant provide me any info.

Thanks in advance.

Tue, 12/11/2012 - 19:35 Permalink
Julia1019 (not verified)

Hi, I'll arrive Terminal 1 this Sun, and my husband will be back to Terminal 3 from Tokyo around the same time. Could the passenger meet together on the Homeland Security check queue from different terminal? Or each terminal will have its seperate Homeland Security check and we only meet each other outside the airport?

Tue, 12/11/2012 - 12:03 Permalink
Friend (not verified)

HI there
my flight will arrive at 4:00PM at JFK , Jetbloue and have to make connection through Moraco ailines at 5:45PM same daye , is it poissoble to make it? which air train should take?
thx

Wed, 11/21/2012 - 12:29 Permalink
slatki (not verified)

My wife is due to arrive from Moscow to JFK (Aeroflot)at around 1:30 pm. tomorrow, Sat. 11/3. I am wondering if terminal 1 is at full operations. Is this likely to be on time?
thank you

Fri, 11/02/2012 - 12:02 Permalink
AnonymousM (not verified)

HI.
I have a green card now (on my new last name) but my passport is on my maden last name. I bought tickets for my maden last name (same like in passport that i`ll travel with). When i come back to USA will i have any troubles? Do i need to take my marriage license and green card? Or what documents i need for airport to come back without problems?
Thank you, M. :)

Wed, 10/17/2012 - 15:55 Permalink
caroline byrne (not verified)

any way i can call the treminal- have someone waiting for a person who won't be there!!! need to get in touch through the pa system!?!

Wed, 10/10/2012 - 21:21 Permalink
BellaBabycakes (not verified)

I will be traveling from Toronto (Canadian passport)and arriving at Terminal 7 at 4:50pm. I have a connecting international flight departing at 8:30pm from Terminal 1.
Is this enough time to make my connection?

Mon, 09/03/2012 - 12:55 Permalink
Maksym (not verified)

Hi,
my friend will doing transit in JFK terminal 1 (flight from Kansas) to terminal 3 (intercontinental flight) with long connection time between flights. Is it possible to meet him somewhere in the airport to spend time together or maybe its allowed to get out from the airport?
Thanks in advance,
Maksym

Tue, 08/28/2012 - 15:11 Permalink
NC (not verified)

Hello,

My family is traveling from India to RDU through JFK by Air France. They will arrive in T1 at JFK. The final leg (JFK to RDU) is Air France connection as well(Delta from T3). If their baggages are tagged for final destination (RDU) at the start of their trip in india, is there a facility to re-checkin the baggages at Terminal 1 itself after clearing customs. This will avoid carrying all the way till T3.

Thanks in advance for the reply.

Sun, 08/19/2012 - 02:53 Permalink
phoenix shum (not verified)

In reply to by NC (not verified)

Hi ,
My father and I will depart on the same day. His airline is Cathay Pacific in Terminal 7 and my airline is AA in Terminal 8. Due to he can't speak good English and he is old, i want to do the check-in , security check point and reach the correct gate with him, and then i will depart later on.
I will check-in for myself first in Terminal 8 and go to Terminal 7 to check-in for him. Then i can bring him to the security check point and to the gate.
However, i don't know whether the gates for terminal 7 and 8 are connected. Pls advise any suggestion if i can go through all steps with my father but i still can reach my gate on time.

Wed, 09/26/2012 - 03:05 Permalink
Lera G (not verified)

I am flying from DCA to Moscow via JFK with Aeroflot (both flights). Will my bags go to Moscow directly or I will have to claim baggage at JFK and then recheck it for the Moscow flight?

Mon, 07/30/2012 - 05:13 Permalink
Ace (not verified)

My fiancé will be arriving from Moscow on Aeroflot Sept 30 (Sunday) at 12:20 in the afternoon. She is coming on a K-1 (fiancé) visa. I understand that it is a bit longer for this type of "immigrant visa". How much time should I figure it will take her (safely) to get through passport control, customs and baggage claim to the arrivals hall? I will be picking her up there at Terminal 1. Also, can someone advise of a decent restaraunt between JFK and the Statue of Liberty (it is the first thing she wants to see in America)

Thanks in advance.

Wed, 07/25/2012 - 22:12 Permalink

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