Condor at New York City Airport (JFK)
At New York City Airport, Condor guests can find all important services for their departure: check-in, baggage drop-off, security and passport control, as well as shopping and dining in the terminal.
At New York City Airport, Condor guests can find all important services for their departure: check-in, baggage drop-off, security and passport control, as well as shopping and dining in the terminal.
We recommend arriving at the airport at least three hours before departure. This gives you enough time for check-in, baggage drop-off, security checks and passport control if necessary.
Please note: The check-in process must be completed no later than 60 minutes before departure and you must be in possession of your boarding pass.
If you have booked a flight on the Economy Zero or Economy Light fare, you can check in online free of charge at any time. Airport check-in costs $30.00 with this fare. If you book in advance, you pay only $12.00.
You can use the online check-in via the website or app from 24 hours before departure and save your boarding pass on your smartphone or print it out. For long-haul flights, online check-in must be completed no later than 60 minutes before departure time. At New York JFK Airport, the Condor check-in counters are located in Terminal 7. The counters open three hours before departure.
Travelers should be at JFK at least three hours before departure. This time takes into account check-in, TSA security screening, and potential delays. Average TSA waiting times in Terminal 7 are often between 10 and 30 minutes, but can be significantly higher during peak times.
Condor flights currently depart from Terminal 7 at JFK. Since January 2023, we have been fully integrated into Terminal 7, with our own check-in areas, separate counters for Business, Premium Economy and Economy, as well as access to lounges.
No, late night check-in is not available at JFK. Alternatively, online check-in is available, which opens 24 hours before departure via the Condor website or app. For long-haul flights, check-in closes 60 minutes before departure.
Condor check-in opens three hours before departure. You can find the specific counter times on the display boards in the terminal as well as in your travel documents.
Condor Business Class passengers receive access to the Horizons T7 Lounge in Terminal 7. The lounge is located on the upper level (mezzanine) after security. There, passengers have access to comfortable seating areas, a hot buffet, cold snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, business workstations, and shower facilities. Access is granted with a valid boarding pass in the corresponding travel class.
A taxi from Manhattan to JFK costs 70 USD plus fees. The flat rate for Yellow Cab rides applies to routes south of 96th Street. In addition, there are surcharges: MTA State Surcharge (0.50 USD), Improvement Surcharge (1.00 USD), rush-hour surcharge (5.00 USD weekdays 4–8 p.m.), and the New York State Congestion Surcharge (2.50 USD). Including tolls and tips, the total cost is realistically between 90 and 115 USD. The standard taxi travel time from JFK to Manhattan is 45 to 70 minutes, but the trip can take up to 90 minutes in heavy traffic.
Smoking is prohibited in all terminal areas of New York JFK Airport – this also applies to e-cigarettes and vaping. Designated smoking areas are located exclusively outside the terminal buildings, before the security check. Anyone leaving the security area after check-in and the security check must go through the check again. Therefore, please allow enough time if you would like to use the smoking area before departure.
New York City is served by a total of three major airports: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). JFK is the city's largest and most important international airport and serves as the main hub for many long-haul flights.
Yes, John F. Kennedy (JFK) Airport is the largest airport in New York City and one of the busiest airports in the USA. In 2023, approximately 62.5 million passengers were handled here, making it the most important international gateway for the metropolitan area.
Are you flying with Condor from New York City? Here you will find all the important information for a smooth departure from New York City Airport (JFK) – from check-in inside the terminal to baggage drop-off, arrival and parking options, as well as lounges, shopping and dining. You can also find out when you should be at the airport, which check-in options are available and where you can check your current flight status.
The Blue Garage (Terminal 4), Yellow Garage (Terminal 5), and Red Garage (Terminal 8) are located in the immediate vicinity of the terminal and offer short distances to the check-in. For longer trips, long-term parking is available at the Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station and the Federal Circle Lot. Both parking areas are conveniently connected to all terminals via the free AirTrain JFK.
Secure your parking space via online booking, save money and start your trip stress-free.
