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Terminal 8 Security Wait Times at JFK

John F. Kennedy International Airport

Last updated 1 minute ago

All Clear

Current wait at Terminal 8: 13 min

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Security Checkpoints at Terminal 8

1 checkpoint monitored in real time

Terminal 8 Checkpoint

13 min

All Clear
GeneralTSA Pre

Last observed 1 min ago

Available Screening Lanes at Terminal 8

Lane types available across all checkpoints in Terminal 8

G

General

Standard screening line open to all passengers. Remove shoes, belts, laptops, and liquids.

P

TSA Pre

Expedited screening for enrolled members. Keep shoes, belt, and jacket on. Laptops stay in bag.

Airlines at Terminal 8

Airlines operating from Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport

American AirlinesAlaska AirlinesCathay PacificFinnairIberiaQantas

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Tips for Terminal 8 at JFK

1

Check GateReady before heading to the airport. Wait times at Terminal 8 are updated every 15 minutes so you can plan your arrival.

2

TSA PreCheck is available at Terminal 8. PreCheck members typically clear security in under 5 minutes and can keep shoes, belts, and laptops in place.

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Arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. During holidays and peak travel periods, add an extra 30-60 minutes.

Other Terminals at JFK

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