Terminals · JFK
What terminal is Korean Air at JFK?
Korean Air departs from Terminal 1 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). We verified this against the airport's own sources on April 20, 2026 — airlines do move terminals, so we date every check.
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JFK TSA wait times todayLive security waits by checkpoint, so you know when to leave for Terminal 1.What terminal is Korean Air at JFK?
Korean Air departs from Terminal 1 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Terminal 1; A380 service to Seoul-Incheon. Korean Air is a New Terminal One anchor tenant (16,000 sq ft dedicated lounge announced). Verified April 20, 2026.
Where does Korean Air check in at JFK?
Korean Air checks in and drops bags on the departures level of Terminal 1 at JFK. Bag drop typically closes 45 minutes before departure, so plan to be there in time.
Did Korean Air move terminals at JFK?
The New Terminal One (which keeps the 'Terminal 1' designation) began phased opening in June 2026 with Korean Air as a first-phase tenant; the terminal label remains '1'. Confirm gate/headhouse before travel. We confirmed Korean Air's current Terminal 1 on April 20, 2026.
Not sure which building that is? See all JFK terminals with the airport map and how to get between them. Then let your Leave-By Time count backward from your flight — today's JFK security wait, your drive, and the walk to your gate — so you leave with room to breathe.