John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Jamaica, Queens | jfkairport.com | +1.718.244.4444
JFK is 15 miles from Midtown Manhattan. It handles the most international traffic of any airport in the United States. More than 70 airlines serve its six passenger terminals.


Getting to Manhattan from JFK:
• Taxi: the flat-rate fare is $110 (excluding surcharges, tolls and gratuity); 50–60 minutes to/from Midtown. +1.212.NYC.TAXI (692.8294)
• Public transportation: see the MTA site for details 
• Private bus, van companies and limo car services are also available. Check at the Port Authority Welcome Center on the Arrivals Level of each terminal.

 

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Flushing, Queens | laguardiaairport.com | +1.718.533.3400
LaGuardia is on the northern shore of Queens and is the closest airport to Midtown Manhattan at about eight miles away. It handles domestic and international air traffic. Its four passenger terminals serve nine airlines.

 

Getting to Manhattan from LaGuardia:
• Taxi: Metered fare is approximately $40–70 (excluding surcharges, tolls and gratuity); 30 minutes to/ from Midtown. +1.212.NYC.TAXI (692.8294).
• Public transportation: see the MTA site for details 
• Private bus, van companies and limo car services are also available. Check at the Port Authority Welcome Center on the Arrivals Level of each terminal.

 

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark | newarkairport.com | +1.888.EWR.INFO (397.4636)
Newark Liberty is served by more than 30 international and domestic carriers. The airport is across the Hudson River from New York City, 16 miles and 45–60 minutes from Midtown Manhattan.


Getting to Manhattan from Newark Liberty:
• Taxi: Service to Midtown is permitted only via New Jersey–regulated taxis. Metered fares range $70–120 (excluding surcharges, tolls and gratuity). Seniors (ages 62 and older) receive a 10% discount. Newark Taxi Division, +1.973.733.8912; Elizabeth Taxi Commission, +1.908.820.4000, ext. 4178. 
• Public transportation: see the MTA site for details
• Private bus, van companies and limo car services are also available. Check at the Port Authority Welcome Center on the Arrivals Level of each terminal.

Other Ways to Get Here

In addition to nearby airports, New York City is easily accessible via an extensive network of bridges, tunnels, ferries, trains, light rail, buses, heliports and even cruise ports. Driving to the City is an option, but you certainly won’t need a car to get around.