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There are various options for parking at JFK, with a trade-off between higher convenience/security and higher price.

Starting with most convenient and most expensive:
•   On site Airport Parking at JFK is expensive (Long-term parking starts at $29/day, and can be $36, $70, $75, depending on the lot). (You need to take into account some time to take the AirTrain from parking to your destination terminal but that is pretty quick).
•   There are many off-airport parking lot options a few minutes away (offering frequent shuttle, more security than on street parking, though only two are officially authorized: Smartpark JFK, and Airpark JFK. Spothero currently has parking at the crowne plaza for $18/ day.
o   Note: Beware some of these off-airport parking lots will charge a surcharge for a large car e.g. Minivan, (on top of typical $25/day) and that’s not always stated upfront when reserving online). Some have absolutely miserable ratings on google. Also there appear to be a lot of bait and switch websites when googling for JFK parking, advertising one rate, but then offering a higher rate, when you enter your information. Remember prices fluctuate and lots can be full.
•   Groupon sometimes has good deals on off-site Airport Parking.


Using AirTrain to get to a cheaper Parking Lot
•   JFK Airport has an AirTrain that passengers use to travel between the 8 airport terminals for free. This AirTrain extends a couple of stops beyond the airport connecting it to NYC tains/public transportation.
•   You can pick up the AirTrain at Federal Circle Station (first stop outside the airport), which has a parking lot ($20/day, prepaid see https://www.jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/parking). Need to reserve 48 hours in advance
o   You can take the AirTrain to/From Howard Beach or Jamaica (though that costs $8 +$1 for a metrocard, as it is well beyond the Airport) (see below regarding on street parking, from those areas).
•   There is currently a parking lot in Jamaica (neighborhood) for $11/day (https://airportparkingreservations.com/lot_jamaica_center_jfk) . It requires two trains or an Uber.


On Street Parking:
There are several neighborhoods 5-20 minutes away from JFK that offer have street parking without (alternate side parking) restrictions (i.e. for weekly street cleaning). So you can park on those streets for more than a week without getting a ticket. (But CHECK the street signs carefully, It may vary from block to block, and may change over time).  The key downsides of street parking are (1)  the extra time to get an Uber/Lyft to the terminal and (2) the cost of the Uber/Lyft. (3) less security of your car. Ideally you want to find a nicer neighborhood where concerns around safety are relatively low.

Some neighborhoods/area used/suggest by DDFers include 
•   Sample address 133-98 150th St, South Ozone Park, NY 11436 (very close)
•   Near the Ohel of Chabad Lubavitch (Montefiore cemetery, Cambria Heights neighborhood (13 minute ride to JFK)  (but don’t park directly in front of the cemetery on the cemetery side, as they may tow cars on certain days e.g. Erev Rosh Hashana, Gimmel Tammuz and Yud Shevat, when there are many visitors to the Ohel. Crown Heights Yagdil Torah community calendar has all Chassidisshe Yomim Toivim marked.). You can park on neighboring side streets without fear of being towed on those days. Aside from Uber/Lyft, you can also catch an MTA bus (Sample address 226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd, Cambria Heights, NY 11411)
•   Howard Beach (and take the AirTrain – for map see https://www.jfkairport.com/to-from-airport/air-train, ride is $8) (There used to be a shul there that offered parking as a chesed / for donations (but that is no longer available) (Sample address 160th ave and 102nd St.) (Address for AirTrain station at Howard Beach is near 158-99 103rd st Queens, NY 11430
•   North Woodmere /
•   Rosedale (Queens) / valley stream (18-20 minute ride) (Sample address 886 Flanders Drive)
•   Cedarhurst / Far Rockaway
•   Near Sanitation Garage (Sample address 15367 146th Ave, Jamaica, NY 11434)
•   Near other Air-Tran stations (Lefferts Blvd), Jamaica.


My understanding is that street parking for an extended period is legal so I don’t think neighbors (who may feel annoyed) have the ability to legally cause trouble (even with out-of-state license), even if it is there for weeks. That said, I suppose they could report it as suspicious (higher risk if the vehicle is conspicuous), and there is always some risk of vandalism.
From NYC311 Link "Unless a posted sign says otherwise, you may not leave a vehicle parked in the same spot for more than seven days in a row. This rule includes spots in all types of neighborhoods, including residential areas."
•   If you know someone who lives in these areas and can park near or in front of their house, (that can be reassuring and be/feel less intrusive). I’ve done this and put a note in the dash with the address of my friend (associating the car with an address on the block, in case anyone on the block got suspicious).
•   For short duration trips (where the cost savings of street parking are more limited), if driving a luxury vehicle, for higher peace of mind; the other alternatives might be more attractive.


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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #100 on: December 06, 2016, 05:19:39 PM »
I think right by the shul there is free street parking
cab to airport should be like $20
This is what I did; I parked in Far Rockaway (10-15 min drive away) than took uber to JFK. Streets there dont have alternate side parking and quiet safe blocks...Best is if u know someone there that u can park in front of their house...

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #101 on: December 06, 2016, 05:24:32 PM »
This is what I did; I parked in Far Rockaway (10-15 min drive away) than took uber to JFK. Streets there dont have alternate side parking and quiet safe blocks...Best is if u know someone there that u can park in front of their house...
How much was the Uber?

When I tried that the Uber was like $30-$40 each way to/from JFK. Cheaper to pay for parking.
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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #102 on: December 07, 2016, 09:24:12 AM »
How much was the Uber?

When I tried that the Uber was like $30-$40 each way to/from JFK. Cheaper to pay for parking.

I took a cab a few years ago it was $20 each way

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #103 on: December 08, 2016, 06:44:29 PM »
How much was the Uber?

When I tried that the Uber was like $30-$40 each way to/from JFK. Cheaper to pay for parking.
i think it actually was like 25-30 ish$, and obviously it depends how long ur parking for...

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #104 on: January 16, 2017, 02:47:57 AM »
What is my cheapest option for 4 and a half days coming from Boro Park?
Long term parking? Is it still $14?
Car Service both ways?

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #105 on: January 16, 2017, 06:41:14 AM »
What is my cheapest option for 4 and a half days coming from Boro Park?
Long term parking? Is it still $14?
Car Service both ways?
Side streets of the Conduit. Take Uber or Yellow cab (or if you some chutzpah and more time, a hotel shuttle).
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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #106 on: January 16, 2017, 09:39:51 AM »
Try Smart Park JFK

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #107 on: January 18, 2017, 01:59:21 AM »
Does anyone park in Howard Beach and then hop onto the AirTran for $5?
Are there any stops on the AirTran, that you can park nearby and hop on for free?

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #108 on: January 22, 2017, 02:30:17 AM »
Does anyone park in Howard Beach and then hop onto the AirTran for $5?
Are there any stops on the AirTran, that you can park nearby and hop on for free?
U can park near any A train station than take it to howard beach and than transfer to the Airtran.(thats if u trust to leave ur car in those neighborhoods...)

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #109 on: February 07, 2017, 12:16:08 AM »
Any ideas for a 13 day JFK park? I have  had a few bad experiences by the cheap gropuon ones, that I prefer not to go that route.

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #110 on: February 07, 2017, 12:18:25 AM »
Any ideas for a 13 day JFK park? I have  had a few bad experiences by the cheap gropuon ones, that I prefer not to go that route.
On my last trip I found a safe residential block, left my car there and got a ride from there

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #111 on: February 07, 2017, 12:29:12 AM »
On my last trip I found a safe residential block, left my car there and got a ride from there
13 days with no alternate side?

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #112 on: February 07, 2017, 12:31:24 AM »
13 days with no alternate side?
There was no street cleaning there. Outside of Brooklyn/Manhattan there are many areas that don't have alternate side

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #113 on: February 07, 2017, 12:40:42 AM »
On my last trip I found a safe residential block, left my car there and got a ride from there
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Did the same

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #114 on: February 07, 2017, 01:04:29 AM »
On my last trip I found a safe residential block, left my car there and got a ride from there
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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #115 on: February 07, 2017, 02:24:25 AM »
There was no street cleaning there. Outside of Brooklyn/Manhattan there are many areas that don't have alternate side
Interesting never knew that.

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #116 on: February 07, 2017, 10:30:37 AM »
On my last trip I found a safe residential block, left my car there and got a ride from there

Can you name areas near JFK that are considered safe? Also, a ride means friend or Uber?

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #117 on: February 07, 2017, 10:31:55 AM »
Can you name areas near JFK that are considered safe? Also, a ride means friend or Uber?
I parked by my sisters house and used lyft from there

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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #118 on: February 07, 2017, 11:25:34 AM »
Can you name areas near JFK that are considered safe?
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 and that has no alternate side?
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Re: Parking at JFK
« Reply #119 on: February 07, 2017, 11:32:15 AM »
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 and that has no alternate side?
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You can give yourself a few extra minutes and drive around. There are plenty of places you can leave your car. Same at Newark