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Taxi from JFK to Manhattan

The taxi ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Manhattan covers roughly 26.8 km of driving in 64 minutes under light traffic (OpenStreetMap-style routing estimate). This corridor has a regulator-published flat fare ($70.00) that replaces meter ticks for licensed taxis when both endpoints match the official definition. Always confirm with your driver before departure - peak congestion, tolls and luggage can shift the final amount.

Road distance
17 mi
Free-flow time
1h 4m
Typical taxi (band)
$70.00 – $77.00
Median estimate
$70.00
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JFK → Manhattan

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FAQ

JFK taxi questions

How much is a taxi from JFK to Manhattan?
The regulated flat fare for this airport pairing is $70.00 before tip (source: NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission). If no flat applies to your exact destination, expect roughly $70.00–$77.00 on the meter depending on traffic.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi from JFK?
Outside surge, rideshare apps are often slightly cheaper than the meter; during surge they can exceed New York City’s regulated taxi rates. Flat airport taxi fares (where published) are frequently competitive with surge-priced apps.
Where do I catch a taxi at JFK?
Licensed taxis queue at the official taxi rank - follow airport signage from baggage reclaim. Avoid solicitors in the arrivals hall; legitimate drivers use the meter or the published flat fare only.
Do New York City taxis take credit cards from the airport?
Yes - licensed taxis must accept cards in New York City. If a terminal claims it is broken, ask for a receipt and note the medallion number for NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission.
How accurate is this calculator?
Distance and duration come from real OSRM routing when you press Calculate. Tariff math uses NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission’s published sheet last verified 2026-04-30.

Sources & verification

Primary source

NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission

Last verified
April 30, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

Editorial notes

JFK ↔ Manhattan flat fare $70 + $5 surcharge during peak hours (4–8pm weekdays) is collected separately at the meter top.

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