Three area airports service New York City: LaGuardia (LGA), Kennedy (JFK), and Newark (EWK). Fares vary by airport and time of purchase of ticket. Generally speaking, the earlier one purchases a ticket, the better the deal. The closest airport to Lincoln Center in Manhattan is La Guardia; Manhattan can be reached quickly from La Guardia, and getting there costs less than from the other airports.

AIRPORT GROUND TRANSPORTATION
For the most up-to-date information on travel to and from all New York City area airports, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/.

FROM LAGUARDIA AIRPORT
Taxi and Limousine
Cab fares are calculated by distance and waiting time and are still relatively inexpensive, especially if you are traveling in groups of up to four. Be sure to carry sufficient cash. Many yellow cabs have started accepting credit card payment, but machines can be unreliable.

Bus and Van Services
Various shuttle services depart every 20 to 30 minutes, and cash rates range from $10-$13, plus tip. They make several stops in Manhattan, and the trip to Midtown is around 40 minutes. At the airport, go to the ground transportation desk for assistance. For more information on these services, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/LGA.html.

City Bus and Subway
If you are traveling on the lighter side, you may be comfortable taking city mass transit. You will need either $2 in change (no pennies), or a city Metrocard (which can be purchased in locations throughout the airport). Follow signs for the M60 airport shuttle bus. Ride this bus to the 116th Street and Broadway stop in Manhattan (25-60 minutes), across the street from the gates of Columbia University. Enter the underground station for the No. 1 subway train. If you are using a Metrocard, the transfer to the subway is free. Otherwise the subway will cost an additional $2. MetroCards can be easily purchased from machines or attendants at this station. (Click here for more information on MetroCards) Follow signs for the downtown platform. For Lincoln Center, ride the No. 1 train downtown to the 66th Street stop (10-15 minutes).

For M60 bus maps and schedules, visit: http://mta.info/nyct/bus/schedule/manh/m060cur.pdf. For more information on transportation to and from LaGuardia Airport, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/LGA.html.

FROM JOHN F. KENNEDY AIRPORT

Taxi and Limousine
Yellow New York City taxis have a fixed fare of $45 to and from all points in Manhattan, plus tip and tolls (most routes around $5). To Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx, fares are metered normally. Follow signs for the taxi stand. Be sure to carry sufficient cash. Many yellow cabs have started accepting credit card payment, but machines can be unreliable. Private car service may also be reserved ahead of time, and prices should be similar or slightly higher. For information, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/JFK.html.

Bus and Van Services
Various shuttle services depart every 20 to 30 minutes, and cash rates range from $13-$14, plus tip. They make several stops in Manhattan, and the trip to Midtown takes 45 minutes to 1 hour. At the airport, go to the ground transportation desk for assistance. For more information on these services, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/JFK.html.

AirTrain JFK/Long Island Railroad
This route takes about 45 minutes to Midtown. At JFK airport, follow signs for the AirTrain JFK. The $5 fare can be payed with MetroCard (MetroCards can be purchased in locations throughout the airport, or at the AirTrain terminal). Ride this shuttle to Jamaica Station (15-20 minutes). At Jamaica, purchase a Long Island Railroad ticket to New York/Penn Station ($4.70 during off-peak hours or $6.65 during peak commuting hours) from either a ticket booth or automated ticket vendor. Jamaica Station is a major hub for trains heading to Manhattan, so you can take any train bound for New York/Penn Station (about 20 minutes).

In Penn Station, follow signs for the No. 1 train uptown. Purchase a MetroCard to ride the No. 1 train uptown 4 stops to 66th Street. Upon leaving the subway, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance. For more information on the New York City bus and subway system, and the Long Island Railroad, consult the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) Web site: http://www.mta.info/

Subway
While, the price is great ($2), if you have large quantities of luggage, you may find it difficult to manage this long trip from JFK Airport (1.5 – 2 hours). Take the free JFK parking shuttle to the long-term parking lot. This drops you off right at the "JFK" subway station. You may purchase a Metrocard in locations throughout the airport or at the JFK subway station. Take the A train toward Manhattan through Brooklyn and into Manhattan to the 59th Street stop. You can change there for the No. 1 train uptown to 66th St. (1 stop), or if you’re traveling light, you may wish to just walk uptown on Broadway from 59th Street to 65th Street, where you will see Lincoln Center. From there, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance. For more information on the New York City bus and subway systems, consult the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) Web site: http://www.mta.info/

Taxi and Limousine
New York City taxis are allowed access to Newark only from New York City. Cab service from Newark to Manhattan is provided by New Jersey taxi services. Since drivers often have to travel one way without a passenger, they are entitled to charge the toll for both directions (but the fare only for your ride). The trip takes anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes, and should cost between $30 and $38, plus tolls ($10) and tip. Be sure to carry sufficient cash, since most cabs are cash-only. For information on private car service, visit: http://www.ny.com/transportation/airports/NWK.html.

Bus and Van Services
Newark Liberty Airport Express: The ride from Newark costs $12.50 round-trip, or $14 one way (with discounts for kids, the disabled, and seniors). The buses run from about 4:00 am to 1:00 am between: Newark Liberty Airport (terminals A, B, and C), the Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd Street between 8th and 9th Avenues), Bryant Park (NW corner of 42nd Street and 5th Avenue), Grand Central (120 East 41st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues). They run every 15 minutes, and the trip is 45 minutes to an hour. Tickets can be purchased online, but not from the bus drivers. Call (877) 863-9275 for the latest information.

AirTrain Newark/Jersey Transit/Amtrak
Follow signs for the AirTrain Newark. The $5.50 ticket covers both the AirTrain and Jersey Transit portions of the trip. Transfer to Jersey Transit or Amtrak into New York/Penn Station (not Newark Pennsylvania Station!). For more information on schedule and fares, visit: http://www.panynj.gov/airtrainnewark/cost_tickets.html.

In Penn Station, follow signs for the No. 1 train uptown. Purchase a Metrocard to ride the No. 1 train uptown 4 stops to 66th Street. Upon leaving the subway, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance. For more information on the New York City bus and subway system, and the Long Island Railroad, consult the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) Web site: http://www.mta.info/.

ARRIVING IN NEW YORK BY REGIONAL TRAIN OR BUS
Regional train arrivals to New York come either to Grand Central Station (42nd Street and Park Avenue) or Penn Station (34th Street and 7th Avenue). Most buses arrive at the Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd Street and 8th Avenue).

Grand Central Station is a 10-20-minute taxi ride from Lincoln Center. If traveling light, you may wish to take the subway. Follow signs for the S subway train shuttle. Purchase a Metrocard at the subway entrance. Ride the S shuttle one stop to Times Square. Transfer there for the No. 1 subway train uptown to the 66th Street stop. Upon leaving the subway, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance.

Penn Station is a 5-10-minute taxi ride from Lincoln Center, or 4 stops on the subway. For the subway, follow signs for the No. 1 train uptown. Purchase a Metrocard to ride the No. 1 train uptown 4 stops to 66th Street. Upon leaving the subway, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance. For more information on the New York City bus and subway system, and the Long Island Railroad, consult the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) Web site: http://www.mta.info/.

Port Authority Bus Terminal is a 5-10-minute taxi ride from Lincoln Center. To travel by subway, follow signs for the A train uptown. Purchase a Metrocard at the subway entrance. Take the A train uptown 1 stop to the 59th Street stop. You can change there for the No. 1 train uptown to 66th Street (1 stop), or if you’re traveling light, you may wish just to walk uptown on Broadway from 59th Street to 65th Street, where you will see Lincoln Center. From there, follow signs for The Juilliard School entrance.

For more information on the New York City bus and subway systems, consult the MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) Web site: http://www.mta.info/.