AirTrain JFK is scheduled to stop operating from 10 p.m. Monday, November 16, until 6 a.m. Tuesday, and again from 10 p.m. Tuesday until 6 a.m. Wednesday. The Port Authority says free shuttle buses will connect AirTrain stations and airport terminals while crews perform system maintenance.
Travelers using the subway or Long Island Rail Road connection at Jamaica should build extra transfer time into an overnight trip. Shuttle loading, road traffic and luggage handling can make the replacement slower than the train. The same caution applies to airport workers whose shifts begin or end during the closure windows.
The agency continues to recommend mass transit for Kennedy because construction can affect terminal roads. Drivers should follow the current roadway configuration and confirm parking before departure. A scheduled suspension can change, so passengers should recheck the official advisory and their airline's terminal before traveling.
Customers connecting from the subway or railroad should keep their fare media and luggage manageable for the bus transfer. Travelers with mobility needs can review the Port Authority's accessibility information or contact the airport in advance. The replacement is part of the airport journey, not an airline-operated service.
Primary sources: Port Authority weekly travel advisory for November 13 through 19. Reviewed November 15, 2026. Development: Maintenance scheduled November 16 through 18, 2026.