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 Intl. Airport (JFK), the closest major airport, which is located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from the city center. Nearby metro stations include Beach 36 St. Station, Beach 44 St. Station, and Beach 25 St. Station. If you want to venture outside of the area, hop on a train at Far Rockaway Station.