How can I travel from New York airports to my hotel in the city using public transport?

Public transport (trains, subway and buses) is good between the boroughs of New York and all three NY airports (JFK, Newark and La Guardia). There are also shuttle buses, which take small groups of people from various pick up and drop off points around the city, companies like Go Airlink Shuttle and Super Shuttle.

How long does public transport take to get to and from New York's airports?

Both John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) in the south east and Newark Airport (EWR) in the south west are served by reliable train routes to most places in the city; the train to JFK takes 30-40min and to Newark it takes about 25min, both arriving in Pennsylvania Station in downtown Manhattan. From Pennsylvania Station, visitors can easily transfer to the subway to get to their hotel. Trains are frequent, leaving every ten minutes during peak hours. La Guardia Airport doesn't have a direct train service but there are many buses that go all over the city, such as to Queens and Manhattan. The bus into Manhattan has 21 stops and takes just under one hour and the bus to Queens takes just under 1h 30min.

Are there hotels at the NYC airports if I have an early flight or arrive late?

There are lots of hotels at all three of the airports in New York, such as the Hilton and Radisson at JFK, there is a Marriott at La Guardia and a Best Western at Newark. There are also several boutique hotels and some budget options.

Which airlines use JFK Airport as a hub?

In JFK, there are two airlines, American and Delta Air Lines, which use it as a hub and Jet Blue also uses JFK as its major operating base. American Airlines flies into JFK from Heathrow's Terminal 5, whilst Delta Air Lines uses Heathrow's Terminal 3.

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Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysLHR-EWRMay 2025

Gate assignments are made shortly before boarding and each letter dedicated terminal group is separated by a long walk or a crowded rail ride. The metro ride between the terminals and the city can be complicated if you go in with no research. We consider ourselves capable people but Londons rail system is a mess to get a grasp of.

Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysLHR-JFKJan 2025

Prepare for the unexpected. It’s a long flight and anything can happen. Have some snacks and drinks with you. And other emergency items you may need.

786ottoFlew with FinnairLHR-JFKSept 2024

If you have tight connection and previous flight is late , don't panic they will wait for you if you have connecting flight with same airline.

KennethFlew with IberiaLHR-EWROct 2024

Heathrow is a large busy airport that requires a lot of walking.

Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysLHR-JFKAug 2024

People have to make sure they have plenty of time (2 hours minimum) if they need to change terminals. Heathrow is a monster airport, it's giant, so if you want to shop or eat or just look around, you need more than 2 hours between flights. Otherwise, it's great, the security was fast but thorough. I loved that I did not have to remove my shoes and the employees were patient and polite, not like at JFK. The shuttle buses are annoying, but at a huge airport like Heathrow, it's a must. The drivers of the shuttles are crazy, they don't care if people are falling down or not, they drive aggressively. However, people cannot fall down because the buses are packed to the gills. So, instead of shuttles, a looping airtrain would be a much more convenient and probably faster way of connecting the terminals, just like at JFK. The frequent flights between London and New York are much appreciated.

AntonellaFlew with IberiaLHR-EWRJul 2024

London makes you take out every single toiletry even below 100ml and if they don’t all fit in one tiny bag, they make you throw it away. Check everything in your checked luggage!

Juan LuisFlew with DeltaLHR-JFKApr 2024

- Enter as much information as possible using the Delta or Virgin Atlantic app. - Confirm which is the Terminal of your departure. - Arrive three hours early at the airport.

Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysLHR-EWRFeb 2024

Even if you have a long layover, be prepared to travel a long distance to your gate once it gets announced. Do not delay in heading to the gate. Be prepared for a very crowded airport experience.

How can I travel from New York airports to my hotel in the city using public transport?
Public transport (trains, subway and buses) is good between the boroughs of New York and all three NY airports (JFK, Newark and La Guardia). There are also shuttle buses, which take small groups of people from various pick up and drop off points around the city, companies like Go Airlink Shuttle and Super Shuttle.
How long does public transport take to get to and from New York's airports?
Both John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) in the south east and Newark Airport (EWR) in the south west are served by reliable train routes to most places in the city; the train to JFK takes 30-40min and to Newark it takes about 25min, both arriving in Pennsylvania Station in downtown Manhattan. From Pennsylvania Station, visitors can easily transfer to the subway to get to their hotel. Trains are frequent, leaving every ten minutes during peak hours. La Guardia Airport doesn't have a direct train service but there are many buses that go all over the city, such as to Queens and Manhattan. The bus into Manhattan has 21 stops and takes just under one hour and the bus to Queens takes just under 1h 30min.
Are there hotels at the NYC airports if I have an early flight or arrive late?
There are lots of hotels at all three of the airports in New York, such as the Hilton and Radisson at JFK, there is a Marriott at La Guardia and a Best Western at Newark. There are also several boutique hotels and some budget options.
Which airlines use JFK Airport as a hub?
In JFK, there are two airlines, American and Delta Air Lines, which use it as a hub and Jet Blue also uses JFK as its major operating base. American Airlines flies into JFK from Heathrow's Terminal 5, whilst Delta Air Lines uses Heathrow's Terminal 3.

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The Heathrow Express is the shuttle train that leaves central London from Paddington Station and takes 15min. However, a more economical way to travel is via the London Underground; it takes longer (up to an hour depending on where you start your journey) but it is much cheaper.
If you have an unexpected wait at London Heathrow, one idea might be to visit the art gallery in Terminal 5. The High-Performance Art Gallery aims to showcase existing artists but also helps emerging talent find an audience.
London Heathrow can get very busy (it’s the UK’s largest airport) so it can be difficult to find somewhere to take a nap during delays. One solution might be to get some shuteye at Yotel – it’s a hotel in Terminal 4, just past security, where you can rent small sleep cabins by the hour.
The Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in Heathrow’s Terminal 3 is legendary, offering the usual restaurants and bars but also a spa, a library, a screening room and a work room. You will need to be flying Upper Class to use it or, if you have the cash, you can splurge on a day pass.
One of the more accessible lounges from a cost perspective is Heathrow's Terminal 3 Traveller Lounge where you can book a massage, slink into a comfy seat, and drink a cocktail while you wait for your flight.

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