JFK has 6 terminals numbered 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, and 8, and are located on the surface of an oblong loop, with vehicle access and parking on the inside . The within of the loop is landside, or pre-security, where all passengers and visitors can access, and therefore the outside areas are airside, or post-security, where only passengers with a legitimate ticket are permitted.

The loop is defined by the AirTrain tracks, which is the way to get from one terminal to a different , operating landside. None of the terminals interconnect with airside walkways, so you are going to undergo security again for a flight connection, aside from Terminals 2 and 4 where there's an airside bus.

Facilities vary considerably between Delta Airlines JFK terminal so if you’re looking to buy or grab a bite to eat before heading airside, then it’s best to see what options are available in your terminal. you'll check this information on the airport’s website.