msm2000uk

I used the one in T8 at JFK. It was surprisingly convenient, and they were thorough in making sure my bag was padlocked etc.

M

Iamnotlost

Thanks @msm2000uk. I don't remember finding that when I was looking (just the T4 one). I'll remember that for the future as it would transform the whole experience.

fotographer

Eat pizza, not from a fancy place but rather a family run place, that at times can look run down.

Antonio8069

Fast Track @ JFK will expedite your rtn. to JFK.

sonofzeus

Skip Midtown.
Try this:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaura..._New_York.html

Brighton Line

If this is the weekend Saturday/Sunday, Long Island Rail Road is cheaper, you need a "City Ticket" for $4.25 each way.

lwildernorva

Whatever you do, get a firm idea of the transportation options into and out of the city. For me, flying into or out of JFK presents the easy option of getting into Manhattan by the AirTrain/LIRR that others have suggested. Here's a blog post with accompanying pictures that should give you a visual guide to getting to and from Manhattan using this system: https://stuffedsuitcase.com/jfk-manh...airport-train/. If you decide to work your way over to Brooklyn, no need to retrace your steps to Penn Station and take the LIRR because there are multiple ways to get back to JFK from Brooklyn: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/New-York-...antic-Terminal.

I took the LIRR/AirTrain route back to JFK yesterday after spending the night in Manhattan Sunday following a BA flight from LHR. I left Penn Station on the LIRR at 2:11 p.m. cleared security (I have TSA Precheck), and was sitting in one of the Admirals' Lounges at Terminal 8 by 3:40 p.m. My flight was at 4:35 p.m.

The MTA does not make it easy to get an app in place of a physical Metrocard that you'll need for the AirTrain either exiting or entering at Jamaica Station, but the MTA eTix app will allow you to purchase a ticket for the LIRR without needing to stop at a kiosk inside Penn Station. No matter how you buy your ticket, have it available--the conductors definitely check tickets whether paper or electronic.

blitzen

If so use the TKTS counter in downtown NY (Seaport) as the lines are usually very short compared to Times Square

There is a TKTS app so you could see what is playing.

And while downtown isn't the biggest tourist attraction you can visits Wall Street, take the Staten Island Ferry (free) or go to the statue of liberty.

twb3

If you are a book person, Strand Bookstore (828 Broadway at 12th) is worth a visit. They are very good about arranging shipping if your purchases excess the available room in your luggage.

nydave11

Ex New Yaaaaaawwwwwwker here.

Step 1 Ditch the bag.
Step 2 Take the Airtrain to Jamaica and take the LIRR to Penn Station. Yes its more money but faster and bettererer. And yes I just made up that word. It means better than better.
Step 3 Pick 3 things you want to do/see. Perform your research ahead of time. If it's bad/cold weather take subway/bus/cab/uber. Between close things walk as it's faster. Take snack breaks in between to sample great NYC food.
Step 4 Get food to go. Bring it back to JFK with you.
Step 5 Take LIRR back to Jamaica and then the Airtrain
Step 6 Enjoy your next flight

nrr

MOMA (Museum of Modern Art) involves a minimum of transit changes: AirTrain to Jamaica, E train to 5th Ave. Besides Modern Art, they show 2-3 movies/day (included with admission)--nice for killing time [better than 10 hours in an airport lounge.]

davvelavve

Hi, I have an award trip soon. Flying CPH-LHR-EWR-YUL-SJO-GUA.
I land at 21.00 in EWR and next flight is at 06.00 day after.

​​​​​​Is there any point to explore NY during this time at night? Never been to NY or should I just go to an hotel? If I manage to sleep some in polaris during LHR-EWR I should have some energy.

Would also like to take tips for Montreal where I will have 9 hours and also 23 hrs in San Jose (CR).

blitzen

After immigration, customs getting to the hotel it would be 11pm (not knowing if you have global entry, foreign National without GE, checked luggage, where the hotel is… is is a rough guess)and with you getting to the airport at 4am ish for your 5’6am flight you can go into the city by Uber/ Cab but very little time left and what is still open at that time. And why would you have a hotel if you don’t use it
Everything is possible but does it make sense

erik123

That sounds like a very painful itinerary. I'd check for better options. Otherwise - stay at a EWR hotel. Depressing but at least you'll get some sleep. Getting up early coming from CPH should not be difficult.

davvelavve

Probably a painful itinerary but bang for the buck. YUL-SJO have lie flat (b789) aswell so there I can get some sleep.