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How to transfer from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport
Getting from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) takes about 10 minutes by train. You will need to leave the secure area and re-clear security.
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AirTrain JFK; re-clear security.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has 5 terminals in total. The same route runs in both directions between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8.
About T5 and T8
Other terminal transfers at John F. Kennedy International Airport
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
- Travel between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) by train.
- How long does it take to transfer from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8?
- The trip between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8 takes about 10 minutes by train.
- Do I need to clear security again transferring between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8?
- Yes — the transfer between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8 is landside, so you must re-clear security.