This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Far Rockaway more easily: To get to Far Rockaway, you can fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), the closest major airport, which is located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the city centre. Nearby metro stations include Beach 36 St. Station, Beach 44 St. Station and Beach 25 St. Station. If you want to venture outside the area, hop aboard a train at Far Rockaway Station.